Trees fall on homes in DeKalb County after high winds sweep across metro Atlanta

DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — Several trees have fallen across DeKalb County after high winds made their way through metro Atlanta late Wednesday night and early Thursday morning.

Channel 2 Action News crews went out to several spots on Wednesday night and Thursday morning.

We’re taking you to homes that saw serious damage, LIVE on Channel 2 Action News This Morning from 4:30 a.m. to 7 a.m.

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Channel 2′s Elizabeth Rawlins was at a home on Brookcliff Way that was severely damaged by a fallen tree. Photos from Channel 2 Action News crews show the large tree that knocked a chunk of a house down.

Channel 2′s Darryn Moore was at a home on Alverado Way.

The tree appears to have fallen directly on top of the home, causing damage inside of the home.

DeKalb County Police posted a photo of a tree down on a home on Kings Down Road in Dunwoody.

“If you notice any trees down in the city, call 9-1-1. Do not attempt to remove tree limbs or objects from a downed power line,” the post read.

No injuries were reported.

Severe Weather Team 2 Chief Meteorologist Brad Nitz said more trees and power lines are likely to fall over in the overnight hours. A wind advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. Wednesday.

As of 3 a.m., nearly 64,000 people across north Georgia are without power.

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