PHOTOS: Massive tree falls onto major roadway in Oakville

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Published May 21, 2022 at 6:50 pm

Massive tree falls onto car, blocks roadway in the area of Lakeshore Road and Ford Drive in Oakville

Today’s storm (May 21) caused major damage in much of the region, with numerous reports of trees and power lines being knocked down.

In Oakville, a massive tree ended up coming down on a section of Lakeshore Road near Ford Drive.

It’s reported that the tree crashed down onto a car that was at the scene, with one person being transported to hospital with unconfirmed injuries.

Massive tree falls onto car, blocks roadway in the area of Lakeshore Road and Ford Drive in Oakville

Massive tree falls onto car, blocks roadway in the area of Lakeshore Road and Ford Drive in Oakville

Massive tree falls onto car, blocks roadway in the area of Lakeshore Road and Ford Drive in Oakville

Massive tree falls onto car, blocks roadway in the area of Lakeshore Road and Ford Drive in Oakville

Police have taped off the road in both directions as the tree is blocking both sides of Lakeshore.

Motorists should avoid the area.

Officers were also on scene at the corner of Maurice Dr and Rebecca St where another tree had fallen across the road, blocking the roadway.
Photo credits: Matthew Milko and Oliver Brenninkmeijer
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