A tree fell onto a residence in Fulton County during a winter storm, causing injuries to one person, the Sandy Springs Police Department reported yesterday. The individual was transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, according to Atlanta News First.
The winter storm in metro Atlanta has caused damage to infrastructure, including trees falling onto homes and power lines. The storm resulted in power outages affecting more than 100,000 Georgia residents. Georgia Power crews restored service to over 70,000 customers, WSBTV reported.
The Sandy Springs Police Department shared an image showing the scene where the tree fell onto a residence, highlighting the risks severe weather can pose to homes. Sunday’s winter storm is part of a series of weather challenges affecting north Georgia this season. Temperatures were expected to drop to a hard freeze Sunday night into Monday, and officials have urged residents to exercise caution and prepare for ongoing difficult conditions.
