The tree was discovered on the Drumloch Highway in the Chapelton are of Strathaven, South Lanarkshire.
Muttonhall Road to Shawton Road has been shut as a result.
A local diversion is available via Burn Road. It is unknown when the issue will be resolved.
South Lanarkshire Council put the news on X today, writing: “Due to a dangerous tree on Drumloch Highway, Chapelton, there is a road closure from Muttonhall Road to Shawton Road.
“Local diversion – Shawton Road, Burn Road, A723, Muttonhole Road.”
Due to a dangerous tree on Drumloch Highway, Chapelton there is a.road closure from Muttonhall Rd to Shawton Rd. Local diversion- Shawton Rd, Burn Rd, A723, Muttonhole Rd vice
— South Lanarkshire Council (@SouthLanCouncil) January 28, 2024