Tree falls on woman in Penonomé

A woman in Penonomé, Coclé, sustained injuries after a large tree collapsed on her in the Parque de Los Hombres Ilustres, directly opposite the Mayor's Office. The incident happened on June 12 as the region experienced intense rainfall.

The victim, approximately 47 years old, was walking in the park when the tree fell. Emergency services, including firefighters, arrived at the scene to provide immediate first aid. Her family then transported her to the Aquilino Tejeira Hospital for further medical attention.

Notably, the Penonomé Mayor's Office had previously issued warnings about the tree's deteriorating condition, recognizing it as a hazard to passersby. Despite these prior reports and concerns about the tree being diseased, no definitive action was taken before the emergency occurred.

The incident highlights a potential lapse in addressing public safety concerns related to urban infrastructure, specifically the maintenance of mature trees in public spaces.