Falling Branch Nearly Causes Tragedy in Banyuwangi

An incident in the bustling streets of Banyuwangi nearly turned tragic when a large tree branch unexpectedly broke off, almost falling on pedestrians. Luckily, there were no injuries, but the event caused panic among the gathered crowd. Witnesses recount that it all happened suddenly: first a cracking sound was heard, then the branch crashed to the ground. At the time, many people had gathered to watch a marching band performance. The falling branch was a surprise to everyone, with many initially mistaking the noise for fireworks. Fortunately, the branch landed on a parked bicycle, cushioning the fall. A local resident named Nur, who was also under the branch, was shocked but unharmed. She only suffered minor scratches on her hand. The authorities soon arrived at the scene to remove the dangerous branch, and their swift action prevented further issues. This incident underscores the importance of regularly inspecting trees along city streets to prevent such occurrences in the future.