Man Hospitalized After Falling Under a Toppled Tree in Zeytinburnu, Istanbul
Istanbul, January 11 – A man has been hospitalized after being injured by a falling tree in Istanbul’s Zeytinburnu district. The incident occurred during a period of heavy rain and strong winds, which caused three trees to topple. Emergency services responded to the scene, and the injured individual was transported to a hospital by ambulance.
Incident Details in Kazlıçeşme Neighborhood
The event took place around 23:30 in the Kazlıçeşme Neighborhood of Zeytinburnu. During the severe weather conditions, three trees located by the roadside collapsed. A person who was in the vicinity at the time was unfortunately caught beneath one of the falling trees, sustaining injuries.
Upon receiving the notification, health teams were dispatched to the scene. Police and medical personnel worked together to transfer the injured person onto a stretcher and then into an ambulance. The individual was subsequently taken to a hospital for medical treatment.
Weather Conditions Contribute to Tree Collapse
The incident highlights the potential dangers posed by extreme weather phenomena such as heavy rain and strong winds. Authorities are reminding residents to exercise caution during adverse weather conditions and to be aware of their surroundings, particularly in areas with mature trees.
Further details regarding the injured individual’s condition or the extent of their injuries have not yet been released by the authorities. Investigations into the precise circumstances leading to the tree collapses are expected to be conducted.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of urban infrastructure maintenance, especially the regular inspection and care of trees that could pose a risk to public safety during severe weather.
