Rotting trees raise concern
Rotten and falling trees have become a concern across the Durban area. This has prompted ward councillor, Shaun Ryley, to facilitate a programme with the municipality to target any potentially dangerous trees.
THE danger of old and rotting trees have become a common concern to Durban residents, following several recent cases of collapsing trees.
Thus, Shaun Ryley, ward 36 councillor, has facilitated a programme in partnership with the eTheknini Municipality’s Parks Department to monitor and remove any trees deemed as a potential danger.
Two weeks ago (Saturday, 8 November) Umgeni residents were left shocked and traumatised, when a massive tree came crashing down in Park Avenue. While no one was hurt during the collapse, the rotting giant did cause extensive damage.
Not only did it rip through the electric cables, but it also smashed into a streetlight and nearby concrete fence.
On 17 November a man miraculously escaped with his life when a falling tree came crashing down on his vehicle in Bartle Road in Glenwood. This was the fourth tree that had collapsed in the area in recent months.
“In recent months we have had severe winds and I do believe that we will experience similar weather in the weeks to come. In light of the recent collapse of these trees it is clear that there are real concerns. The aim is to avert the danger and to take a proactive approach. This is a precautionary measure to prevent any additional injuries or damage to property,” said Ryley.
