Chembur Tree Collapse: Student Dead, Several Injured After Tree Falls on School Bus (See Pics)
A student died and at least 10 others were injured after a large tree fell on a school bus in Mumbai's Chembur area. The accident occurred with 13 children on board, while one child remained trapped as rescue teams continued operations. Residents alleged they had repeatedly warned the BMC about dangerous trees. The incident comes amid an IMD forecast of heavy rain and thunderstorms.
A student was killed and at least 10 others were injured after a large tree collapsed onto a school bus in Mumbai's Chembur area on Tuesday, June 30. The accident occurred on Road No. 11 while 13 children were travelling in the bus. Rescue teams rushed to the spot, while medical personnel shifted the injured students to nearby hospitals for treatment.
The incident comes as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall and thunderstorms for Mumbai and its suburbs, raising concerns over weather-related hazards across the city. Mumbai: 1 Student Dies, 10 Injured as Tree Falls on School Bus in Chembur (Watch Video).
Student Dead, Several Injured After Chembur Tree Collapse:
Chembur Tree Collapse: Rescue Operation Underway
According to officials, some of the injured students were admitted to Jain Hospital, where several are reported to be in serious condition. Four other students are undergoing treatment at Zen Hospital.
Emergency rescue personnel are continuing efforts to free one child who remains trapped inside the damaged school bus by cutting through the fallen tree. Mumbai Weather Forecast and Update: IMD Issues Orange Alert As Heavy Rain Lashes City; Red Alert in Palghar.
Local residents alleged they had repeatedly alerted the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) about the condition of trees in the area and requested that they be trimmed or removed.
According to residents, a similar incident had occurred previously, but despite multiple complaints, no preventive action was taken by civic authorities. The allegations have raised fresh questions about tree maintenance and public safety during the monsoon season.
Heavy Rain Forecast for Mumbai
The accident occurred on a day when the India Meteorological Department forecast heavy showers and thunderstorms across Mumbai and its suburbs.
Authorities have advised residents to remain cautious as adverse weather conditions continue, while emergency teams remain on alert for rain-related incidents. The cause of the tree collapse and the circumstances surrounding the incident are expected to be examined by the relevant authorities.
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