Kaunas after the storm: tree toppled over on a multi-storey building and damaged the balconyMore damage is emerging

Incidents involving falling trees have been reported in different locations, prompting emergency services to respond to structural damage. On the Nemuno quay in Žemuosiuose Šančiuose, the Kaunas Fire Brigade received a report at 14:49 regarding a large tree that had fallen onto a multi-storey building. The debris impacted the third storey of the structure, causing damage specifically to the balcony and its supporting side structure.

Firefighters were dispatched to the scene, where they successfully cut down the tree and removed it from the vicinity of the building. Separately, another incident occurred in Kėdainiai, where a tree fell onto a vehicle located in the courtyard of a different multi-storey building. These incidents follow a period characterized by hot weather, prompting meteorologists to issue warnings regarding potential changes in the forecast, including the possibility of rain, thunderstorms, and hail.

In both instances, emergency crews were required to manage the hazard presented by the fallen tree and mitigate potential damage to the property. The removal of the large tree was necessary to ensure the safety of the building and surrounding area. The reports highlight the ongoing risk posed by natural elements interacting with urban infrastructure.

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