Picture courtesy of Khoasod.

 

A family of three had a narrow escape when a Bodhi tree suddenly toppled over and fell onto their car while they were stopped at a red traffic light near a cemetery in Chiang Mai.

 

The incident occurred near the exit gate of the Chang Phueak Cemetery in the Santitham area, Mueang District, Chiang Mai Province. The large tree, located within the cemetery grounds, came crashing down without warning, landing on the rear of a white electric car that had just begun to move as the light turned green.

 

Inside the vehicle were two parents and their child. Fortunately, none of them were injured, though the rear of the car was badly damaged, with its rear window shattered and bodywork crushed. A pickup truck following closely behind was also struck and became trapped under the fallen tree.

 

Local police and firefighters from the Chedi Ngam station, located adjacent to the cemetery, responded promptly to the scene. They cordoned off the area to ensure public safety, especially as nearby power lines had also been brought down by the falling tree.

 

Chiang Mai Provincial Electricity Authority officials were called in to cut the power and assist with the safe removal of the tree. Emergency crews worked quickly to free the trapped vehicle and clear the debris blocking the road.

 

-- 2025-04-16

 

3 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

while they were stopped at a red traffic light near a cemetery in Chiang Mai.

 

The incident occurred near the exit gate

 

A few subliminal messages here methinks.

Red light, exit, cemetery.

Those very lucky folk should buy a lottery ticket.