Tragic Loss: Philadelphia Windstorm Claims Life as Tree Falls on Car, Widespread Outages Reported

February 17, 2025
Tragic Loss: Philadelphia Windstorm Claims Life as Tree Falls on Car, Widespread Outages Reported
  • Severe weather conditions in the Philadelphia region led to wind-related damage and widespread power outages.

  • The area experienced unusually high winds, with gusts reaching up to 60 mph, prompting a high-wind warning.

  • On February 16, 2025, a tragic incident occurred in Crescentville when a tree fell on a car, resulting in the death of the driver.

  • The victim, identified as Elizabeth Taylor, 65, was driving on W. Hill Creek Drive when the tree struck her vehicle around 6:09 p.m.

  • Witnesses reported that the incident occurred near the victim's home, shortly after she had attended church earlier that day.

  • Emergency responders arrived quickly but pronounced Taylor dead at the scene at 6:17 p.m.

  • The community is mourning her loss, remembering her as a beloved member known for her kindness and positive impact.

  • Elizabeth Balaguer, a friend of the victim, expressed her grief, recalling their last conversation just a day before the tragedy.

  • Residents have long expressed concerns about the safety of trees in the area, fearing incidents like this could occur.

  • Philadelphia police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.

  • In addition to the tragic incident, the severe winds caused extensive power outages, affecting over 130,000 customers in the region.

  • Flight operations at Philadelphia International Airport were also disrupted, with nearly 300 flight delays reported due to the high winds.

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