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Coventry Tree Fall: Waterlogged Ground Blamed
7 Feb
Summary
- Waterlogged ground identified as likely cause of fallen tree.
- Tree fell on a car on Kenilworth Road, trapping vehicle.
- Tree was inspected and deemed healthy in June.
A tree collapsed onto a car on Kenilworth Road in Coventry on Thursday afternoon, with a council investigation pointing to waterlogged ground as the likely cause. The fallen tree trapped a white vehicle near the War Memorial Park car park.
Coventry City Council confirmed that the tree was last inspected on June 18 and was considered healthy. A subsequent inspection on Friday identified saturated soil conditions and a lack of soil strength as the probable reason for the tree's fall.
Authorities have since inspected neighboring trees to assess and mitigate any potential risks. The council emphasized its commitment to routine tree inspections to ensure safety while preserving the city's numerous trees.
