Pedestrian dies after 75-foot tree falls in City Heights

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — A pedestrian died in the City Heights area after a 75-foot tree reportedly fell on them on Wednesday morning.

According to the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department, despite life-saving efforts, the pedestrian died as a result of their injuries. It is unknown at this time if the person was a resident in the area.

The incident occurred at 3805 Marlborough Ave. at around 10:55 a.m. The fallen tree also posed a hazard to the nearby houses, prompting the establishment of a 50-foot collapse zone.

Two large pieces of the tree also fell on the sidewalk…

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