SUNDAY, MAY 05, 2024
Team Herald
In a shocking incident, a massive mango tree came crashing down in the Mamlatdar area of Mapusa on Thursday evening, causing extensive damage to parked vehicles in the vicinity.
The huge tree, estimated to be several decades old, suddenly collapsed around 4 pm, landing on a car and 3 two-wheelers that were parked nearby. Eyewitnesses reported that around 10 vehicles were damaged in the incident, including one four-wheeler and three two-wheelers.
"It was a frightening sight. The tree just came down with a huge thud, crushing the vehicles beneath it. Thankfully, there were no casualties as the area is usually crowded with people, but at that time it was relatively empty, said a resident.
Upon receiving the emergency call, the fire department rushed to the spot and swiftly swung into action. Using heavy machinery, the firefighters carefully removed the fallen tree and extricated the damaged vehicles trapped underneath.
"Our team responded promptly and worked tirelessly to clear the area and prevent any further damage or injury. It was a challenging operation, but we managed to complete it within a short time," said the fire officer in charge.
Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause of the tree collapse. Initial reports suggest that a combination of factors, including the tree's age, heavy winds, and potential structural weaknesses, may have contributed to the sudden disaster.
