Lewisham Council confirmed that all street trees are inspected regularly every three years, with the fallen tree last examined in October 2023 showing no major defects.
The car owner described the experience, stating the tree fell silently while she was in a nearby shop, and expressed her shock upon seeing the damage.
A local resident emphasized the danger posed by the fallen tree, noting that had it landed on a person instead of a car, it could have resulted in serious injury or death.
Following the incident, Lewisham Council conducted a thorough inspection of the remaining street trees in the area to ensure public safety and prevent future accidents.
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