Tree Limb Disables Transport in Cobourg

In Police Blotter

There were no injuries after a transport struck a tree in Cobourg on Wednesday, November 29, 2023.

At approximately 1:30 p.m. a westbound transport was travelling along King Street East.

The transport was pulling over just west of Walton Street when it struck a large limb of the tree.

The limb came down between the trailer and cab portion of the unit, damaging both and blocking the roadway.

A vehicle that was traveling westbound was also damaged, but there were no injuries to either driver.

Public Works arrived and closed King Street East until the limb was removed from the road.

No word on charges.

Pete Fisher
Author: Pete Fisher

Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love

Join Our Newsletter!

Want to keep up to date on news and events in Northumberland? Subscribe to newsletter!

You may also read!

Mosquito Traps in Lindsay Tested Positive for West Nile Virus

Residents reminded to protect themselves against mosquito bites by eliminating breeding sites. Lakelands Public Health is advising residents that ongoing

Read More...

Video – Single-Vehicle Collision on Highway 401 at Cobourg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-W3DoUxx7TI Emergency services responded to a single vehicle collision in the westbound lanes of Highway 401 at Ontario Street in

Read More...

Video – Rain Brings Salmon—and Anglers—to Port Hope

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ChLl2GFSaaQ With a deluge of rain falling across the area in recent days, conditions are shaping up for the annual

Read More...

Mobile Sliding Menu