Shocking Video: Bicyclist's Close Brush with Crashing Tree Stuns Viewers
Wisconsin (United States): A dramatic incident during severe weather in Wisconsin on Tuesday nearly resulted in tragedy when a tree fell, narrowly missing a bicyclist on a Milwaukee street.
The frightening moment was captured on video, highlighting the dangers posed by the ongoing storm.
A tree came crashing after thunderstorms hit milwaukee yesterday and nearly hit a cyclist 😳pic.twitter.com/ALWUFcwvKr
— FearBuck (@FearedBuck) August 28, 2024
Severe Weather Wreaks Havoc in the Midwest
The Midwest and Great Lakes region have been battling severe weather for days, with powerful thunderstorms causing widespread power outages and flash flooding. Michigan, in particular, faced hurricane-force winds and large hail, leading to significant damage, including the toppling of trees.
Dramatic Video Captures the Close Call
The video, recorded by a resident, shows the massive tree crashing to the ground on North 61st Street.
The falling tree brought down power lines, causing sparks to fly dangerously close to the bicyclist.
Fortunately, the rider was able to get up and appeared unharmed, with a passer-by rushing to assist.
First published: 29 August 2024, 12:28 IST