Deputy Injured by Falling Tree During Multi-Vehicle Crash Amidst Hurricane Conditions in Dale County
In Dale County, Alabama, a sheriff's deputy was injured when a tree fell on him at the scene of a multi-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 231 in Newton. The incident occurred amidst dangerous conditions caused by Hurricane Isaias, with multiple…
Birmingham, AL, October 10, 2026 —
A sheriff’s deputy in Dale County, Alabama, sustained injuries when a tree fell on him while he was responding to a multi-vehicle crash. The incident occurred on U.S. Highway 231 near Newton.
The area was experiencing dangerous conditions attributed to Hurricane Isaias, which had caused numerous trees to fall across the region. The deputy was reportedly at the scene of a multi-vehicle collision when the tree fell, leading to his injury.
Specific details regarding the extent of the deputy’s injuries, the exact number of vehicles involved in the initial crash, or the precise circumstances under which the tree fell were not immediately available.
Story summarized from the original created by WSFA 12 News Staff on www.wbrc.com, see more information here.
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