Woman rescued after large tree falls on home during storms

A woman was rescued after a large tree fell on a home during storms on the morning of Saturday, May, 6.
Published: May. 6, 2023 at 8:47 AM CDT|Updated: May. 6, 2023 at 10:12 PM CDT
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CENTRAL, La. (WAFB) - A woman was rescued after a large tree fell on a home during storms on the morning of Saturday, May, 6.

According to the Central Fire Department, the home is located on Gemini Drive near Libra Avenue.

The woman could not get out of the home after the tree fell, firefighters said. They added that she was rescued and only had minor injuries.

Gemini Drive
Gemini Drive(Central Fire Department)

The incident happened as storms moved through the Baton Rouge area, causing power outages for thousands of residents.

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