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Massive Tree Crushes Atlanta Home After Storm
19 Jun
Summary
- A massive tree fell onto a home during severe storms on Thursday.
- The tree was cracked, hollow, and uprooted from the ground.
- The homeowners had delayed the tree's removal, scheduled for the previous Saturday.
A massive tree unexpectedly fell onto a home in Atlanta on Thursday as severe storms swept through the area. The tree, located on Curran Drive near Northside Drive, was found to be cracked at its base and hollow, with its roots torn from the ground.
Residents of the home had reportedly planned for the tree's removal the prior Saturday, but the service was delayed. Upon hearing the sounds of the storm and the tree falling, occupants evacuated the house before darkness fell.
One renter described feeling the house shake and the ceiling open up as the tree made impact. Neighbors who rushed over expressed relief that no one was injured, with their primary concern being the safety of the home's inhabitants. The incident resulted in significant property damage.
