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Miracle Escape: Tree Falls on House, No Injuries
5 Sep
Summary
- A giant tree fell on a Churchton home during a severe storm.
- A resident was trapped inside but rescued, miraculously unharmed.
- The Red Cross is assisting with the cleanup of the damaged property.
During a severe storm on the night of September 4, 2026, a giant tree toppled onto a house in Churchton, Anne Arundel County. The immense weight of the tree caused major structural damage, collapsing a bedroom where a visitor was sleeping. The resident, Diana Lee, was alerted to the danger and discovered her friend, Linda Trader, trapped in the bathroom by the debris.
First responders arrived quickly and were able to extricate Lee, Trader, and Trader's two small dogs from the damaged home. Miraculously, no one sustained any injuries during the frightening ordeal. The Red Cross has stepped in to offer assistance to Lee as she begins the process of cleaning up the extensive damage.
In a related impact from the storm, several educational institutions, including Carrie Weedon Early Education Center, Shady Side Elementary School, West Annapolis Elementary School, and Southern High School, experienced power outages. These schools were closed on September 5, 2026, but are expected to resume classes by the following week.
