Highway 98 near Oak Grove Elementary closed due to downed tree, power lines

DURHAM, N.C (WTVD) -- Morning commuters that had to use Highway 98 in Durham had to find an alternate route.

That is because a downed tree brought down some power lines with it.

Power crews spent hours cleaning up the area. The estimated time when things will reopen is 6:15 p.m., according to DriveNC.

A tree brought down the power lines near Oak Grove Elementary School.

A reason why the tree fell in the first place has not been released.