December 31st 2024.
A tragic incident occurred at the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne, leaving a mother and son injured by a falling tree branch. The unfortunate event took place around 1:30pm at the Royal Botanical Gardens, where the two were visiting from Sydney. As they were leaving the shrine, a large branch of a gum tree suddenly plummeted onto them.
According to the police, the group was making their way towards St Kilda Road when the branch fell, causing injuries to the two visitors from Sydney and also a 56-year-old man. The 57-year-old woman was in a serious condition with injuries to her upper body and was quickly rushed to the Alfred Hospital. Her 21-year-old son, fortunately, was in a stable condition and was also taken to the hospital for treatment. The third victim only suffered minor scratches and did not require medical attention.
The cause of the accident is still unknown, and authorities are uncertain about what may have triggered the tree branches to fall. The forecast for the city did not predict any strong winds, leaving many questions unanswered. As a precautionary measure, the area has been cordoned off while an arborist examines the tree.
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Our thoughts go out to the victims and their families during this difficult time. We hope for a speedy recovery for all those injured and urge everyone to stay safe when visiting public parks and gardens. Let's all keep an eye out for any potential hazards and take necessary precautions to avoid any accidents from happening.
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