Emergency services responded after a tree crashed through the window of a flat on Bedford Row in Worthing town centre on April 28.
The tree, believed to have been uprooted by high winds, prompted a safety cordon and a prompt response from fire crews and police.
Police and fire services on Bedford Row yesterday (Image: Eddie Mitchell)
Rescue services were alerted to the incident just before 5pm.
According to Met Office data, Worthing experienced notable winds throughout the day, with sustained speeds of 19-20mph and gusts peaking at 32mph in the afternoon.
Images from scene showed the fallen tree protruding through the window of a first floor flat.
A fire and rescue service cordon was erected around the tree and property while the situation was dealt with.
The tree smashed through the property’s window (Image: Eddie Mitchell)
A spokesperson for West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said: “We were called at 4.55pm yesterday (April 28) to reports of a fallen tree in Bedford Row, Worthing.
“Joint Fire Control mobilised one fire engine to the scene.
“Upon arrival the crew found a tree that had fallen across the road and into a flat window.
“Firefighters made the scene safe. Sussex Police were also in attendance.
“The crew left the scene at 7.45pm.”
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