Vilafranca inspects urban trees following heavy rain and wind storms

Local authorities establish safety perimeters and schedule emergency removals for trees weakened by water-saturated soil.

Generic image of a fallen tree in an urban park after a rain and wind storm.
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Generic image of a fallen tree in an urban park after a rain and wind storm.

The Vilafranca del Penedès City Council has launched a comprehensive inspection of the town's trees this February, following a dangerous combination of heavy rainfall and strong winds.

The sequence of adverse weather events has created a critical situation for urban greenery. After years of drought, the soil has quickly become saturated, which, combined with wind gusts, has compromised tree stability in Vilafranca del Penedès.
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"It is the worst combination that could happen."

Vera Mestre · Parks and Gardens Technician
Significant damage was reported at Passeig Rafael Soler, where a pine tree collapsed this Tuesday. Additionally, a large tree in Llevant Park, located in the Espirall neighborhood, has been cordoned off and is awaiting removal due to safety concerns.