Man dies in Cornwall as tree falls on caravan in Storm Goretti

Man dies in Cornwall as tree falls on caravan in Storm Goretti

During Storm Goretti, a man in his 50s tragically lost his life after a tree fell onto a caravan in Cornwall. Emergency services were alerted to the incident at approximately 07:35 GMT on Thursday, when the tree collapsed in the Mawgan area near Helston. Despite the efforts of the responders, the man was found deceased inside the caravan.

Police from Devon and Cornwall conducted operations on Friday at the scene, focusing on the safe removal of the fallen tree and carrying out further investigations. Authorities confirmed that the deceased’s next of kin had been informed and are presently receiving support from officers.

The incident underscores the dangers posed by severe weather conditions brought by Storm Goretti, which caused hazardous situations in the region. Law enforcement and emergency personnel continue to emphasize safety and vigilance during such storms.

Further information regarding this event is expected to be released as inquiries progress. Police remain dedicated to providing updates and assisting those affected by the unfortunate accident

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