A 63-year-old woman was killed and two others injured by a large Christmas tree that fell during stormy weather in Oudenaarde, Belgium. Security footage captured the 20-meter high tree collapsing near a Christmas market as a merry-go-round turned. Authorities will investigate if the tree was properly secured and the impact of the weather. Storm Pia also caused disruptions in the UK and the Netherlands, resulting in another death. – Khabristan.PK
A woman was killed and two people were injured by a large Christmas tree that fell over during stormy weather in the Belgian city of Oudenaarde, authorities said on Friday.
Security camera footage on Belgian news media showed a brightly lit 20-metre (66 ft) high Christmas tree slowly leaning over, then collapsing next to a Christmas market on Thursday as a merry-go-round turned in the historic town square.
A spokesman for the Oost-Vlaanderen province prosecutor said the victim was 63-year old woman from Oudenaarde. Two women from the same town were lightly injured in the incident.
“The investigation will focus on whether the tree had been properly secured and will also look at the impact of the weather,” he said.
Storm Pia, which disrupted traffic in the United Kingdom and the Netherlands on Thursday, also hit western Belgium, where the weather service issued a yellow code warning for the coastal areas.
The storm also caused a death in the Netherlands where a woman died of her injuries on Friday after she was hit by a falling tree on Thursday, her employer healthcare organisation ZoZijn said.
In a devastating turn of events, a woman lost her life as a result of a falling Christmas tree. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers that can be associated with holiday decorations. It’s important for individuals and families to prioritize safety when setting up and enjoying their festive displays. As the holiday season approaches, it’s crucial to take precautions to avoid accidents of this nature. Our hearts go out to the family and loved ones affected by this tragic loss. Let this unfortunate event inspire us all to be mindful and proactive in ensuring that our holiday celebrations are as safe as they are joyous.
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