Falling Tree Kills Nearly Dozen in Nigeria
The incident involved a passenger bus and a minivan, both of which had departed from Old Park, Enugu, carrying passengers bound for villages across the southeast region.
State Police Public Relations Officer Daniel Ndukwe told media that the vehicles had pulled into the market square to drop off passengers when the tree came crashing down on them.
Emergency responders mobilized rapidly following the disaster.
"Upon receiving the report, operatives attached to 9th Mile Division swiftly responded and, with the assistance of community members, rescued four persons trapped in the vehicles and secured the scene," according to the statement. "Regrettably, the eleven other victims were rushed to the hospital but were later confirmed dead by attending doctors. Their remains have been deposited in the mortuary for further necessary procedures."
Four survivors were pulled from the wreckage, but the death toll was confirmed after medical staff at the receiving hospital were unable to save the remaining victims.
In the aftermath, police issued a stark safety advisory urging community leaders and residents across Enugu State to take a more proactive approach to environmental upkeep — particularly as the rainy season heightens the risk of tree collapses.
"The police advises community leaders and residents across the State to regularly inspect and maintain large or ageing trees around markets, motor parks, schools, and residential areas, particularly during the rainy season, to prevent similar tragedies," Ndukwe said in the statement.
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