MARION COUNTY, Texas — The Upshur Rural Electric Cooperative is warning citizens to stay away from downed power lines caused by fallen trees following Saturday's storms.
The URECC says power lines have been reported down just north of Jefferson.
"If you see a downed power line, assume it is live and dangerous," URECC said in a statement. "Do not go near it, do not drive over it and definitely don't touch it or anything that may be touching the line."
Officials in Van Zandt County reported several trees down along Farm-to-Market Road 773 in Van. In Rains County, downed trees are are blocking County Road 1520, west of Point.
If you see a downed power line in the area, contact your local electricity provider.
