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Fallen pine
TWO women suffered injuries when a 100 year old pine tree toppled onto Avenida Sandoval in the town of Santiago de la Ribera.
The incident occurred in an uninhabited private estate, and the tree was later found to be decayed on the inside.
The accident prompted multiple calls to emergency services at around 9.45am on Thursday July 13. The 44 year old and 79 year old victims were swiftly attended to by medical personnel and then transported to Los Arcos del Mar Menor hospital for further treatment.
María Dolores Ruiz, the councillor for Parks and Gardens, emphasised that the responsibility for maintaining trees on private property lies with the owner of the site.
The pine tree had broken through the estate’s perimeter fence during its fall, highlighting the urgency for proper upkeep. In response to the incident, Local Police, and the emergency services of San Javier promptly arrived on the scene.
with Aleppo pines, stone pines, and cypresses throughout the path.
Amenities will be strategically positioned, offering comfort and functionality. Recycled plastic information panels, concrete benches, bike racks, and litter bins will be thoughtfully installed. A video surveillance system will further safeguard against vandalism.
Magical proposal
MANUEL CARRASCO’S concert in Plaza de Toros in Murcia was a night filled with emotions and magic. With a soldout crowd, the Huelvaborn singer delivered a memorable performance, highlighted by a touching proposal of marriage during the show. Amidst the crowd and illuminated by lanterns, a young man got down on one knee and asked his girlfriend to marry him, to which she tearfully said yes, drawing heartwarming reactions from the audience.
Carrasco played his classic songs, and a special moment came when he paid tribute to Elena Huelva, who bravely fought cancer and passed away. The entire audience was moved by the song ‘Un pasito más’, dedicated to her memory.
For over two hours, Carrasco performed receiving a standing ovation from the crowd. As the night neared its end, he played a song dedicated to Murcia, mentioning its iconic places and traditions, which resonated deeply with the audience.
