Trio escape with minor injuries after tree crashes on their car
ANOTHER tree came crashing down today despite efforts by the Penang Island City Council (MBPP) to trim the ageing ones which dot many parts of George Town here. In the incident about 9 am, two grandparents and their nine-year old grandchild cheated d...
A grandfather, his wife, and nine-year-old granddaughter narrowly escaped injury when a large tree fell on their vehicle en route to their condominium in George Town. The accident occurred around 9 am on August 9, 2026, as traffic was light. Despite the Penang Island City Council's recent tree trimming efforts, this incident occurred.
The three victims freed themselves from the car before firefighters arrived. They were provided initial medical attention before being transported to Penang Hospital. The 66-year-old grandfather had chest injuries, his 68-year-old wife suffered nose and hand injuries, while their granddaughter had a hand injury. Assistance from the MBPP, Civil Defence Force, police, and Health Ministry personnel was crucial in handling the situation.
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