A huge Gulmohar tree came crashing down in the crowded weekly market in Vasco on Sunday. In all, six vehicles were damaged. The falling tree also brought down many electricity and other cables. The tree reportedly fell across the lane which is usually full with vendors. It was by God’s providence that no one was hurt in the incident. Falling of weak and old trees has been taking place at a disturbing frequency in Vasco city over the past several years. Last year a motorcyclist lost his life when an Ashoka tree came crashing down along the Swatantra Path. However it is shocking to note that Vasco city with a population of over one lakh spread across 25 wards reportedly has only one tree cutter for the entire municipality. In order to save life and property it is absolutely essential to cut down old and weak trees after identifying them. Hence the Mormugao Municipal Council needs to employ more than just one tree-cutter.
