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Man Injured After Tree Falls on Him in Clearwater
A 67-year-old man was airlifted to the hospital after a tree limb fell on him while he was trimming branches on a roof. Emergency crews rescued the man from the roof and transported him to Tampa General Hospital for trauma care.
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This incident highlights the significant safety risks associated with performing tree maintenance work on elevated surfaces.
Key Facts
- The incident occurred at 1839 Springtime Ave. in Clearwater on Friday morning.
- The victim was airlifted to Tampa General Hospital following the accident.
- Clearwater Fire & Rescue and Clearwater Police responded to the scene at 9:14 a.m.