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Close call for family as large tree falls, hits 6 cars at Lake Sammamish State Park
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Key Points:
- A large tree fell in the parking lot of Sunset Beach at Lake Sammamish State Park, striking six vehicles and trapping two people who were later evaluated for injuries but declined medical aid.
- Eastside Fire & Rescue responded around 8:50 p.m. Sunday and noted a second tree at a dangerous angle, complicating rescue efforts.
- Witness Vitaliy Ben described the sudden tree fall with no apparent wind or warning signs, and two people were trapped for about 15 minutes before bystanders helped them out.
- No fatalities or serious injuries were reported, and park rangers assisted in freeing vehicles overnight, with the scene taped off for further investigation.
- The incident occurred on Father's Day during a busy, sunny day at the park, raising concerns about potential risks from tree stability in public areas.
