A 29-year-old Nigerian man died after a tree fell on his car during Storm Boelo in Mill Hill, north London. The incident occurred as strong winds from the storm caused the tree to collapse onto the vehicle. Emergency services were called to the scene but could not revive the victim.
The man, identified as James Abiwon, was driving on a residential street when the tree fell. Witnesses reported hearing a loud crash before emergency crews arrived. Local authorities confirmed the fatality and are investigating the cause of the tree’s collapse.
Storm Boelo brought heavy rain and strong gusts to parts of London, prompting warnings from the Met Office. This incident highlights the dangers of extreme weather in urban areas. It is the second such fatality linked to the storm in the region. Officials are reviewing safety measures for trees in high-risk zones.
