TxDOT Crews Continue Recovery Efforts in Van Zandt County

TYLER – Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) crews continue to assess damage from yesterday’s tornadoes. While no damage to roadways occurred, employees are working to remove trees and debris, and assisting with county roadway issues. FM 17 closed north of I-20 to allow pole trucks to work. Employees worked throughout the night to remove fallen trees and debris to get roadways open and continue to assess the situation. Once downed powerlines and poles are attended to, crews will perform additional necessary work. Crews are also assisting with clearing county roads to allow access to impacted areas for wellness checks of citizens. TxDOT currently has crews and equipment working in Van Zandt County and will remain on active duty until no longer warranted.