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Washington Post
26-05-2025
- Washington Post
Tree falls during college commencement ceremony in California, injuring a dozen people
PLEASANT HILL, Calif. — A tree fell on a group of people who were watching a college commencement ceremony in California, leaving a dozen injured, officials said. The Modesto Bee reported that the incident occurred Friday at Diablo Valley College in the city of Pleasant Hill. Two people were taken to the hospital with injuries and 10 were treated at the scene, college officials said, adding the incident is under investigation. 'Our thoughts are with all individuals and families affected by this incident, and we wish those injured a speedy recovery,' the college said in a statement. More than 2,400 students were graduating from the public community college northeast of San Francisco.
Associated Press
26-05-2025
- General
- Associated Press
Tree falls during college commencement ceremony in California, injuring a dozen people
PLEASANT HILL, Calif. (AP) — A tree fell on a group of people who were watching a college commencement ceremony in California, leaving a dozen injured, officials said. The Modesto Bee reported that the incident occurred Friday at Diablo Valley College in the city of Pleasant Hill. Two people were taken to the hospital with injuries and 10 were treated at the scene, college officials said, adding the incident is under investigation. 'Our thoughts are with all individuals and families affected by this incident, and we wish those injured a speedy recovery,' the college said in a statement. More than 2,400 students were graduating from the public community college northeast of San Francisco.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
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- Yahoo
At least 12 injured after tree falls during commencement ceremony
At least 12 people were injured after a tree fell on bystanders during a commencement ceremony at Diablo Valley College in Pleasant Hill, California, on Friday. The tree, which stood next to the school's football field, fell toward the end of the college's graduation ceremony. Two people were transported to local hospitals for treatment, while others were treated onsite and released. Those transported to the hospital were conscious and communicative at the time of transport, according to Diablo Valley College. One other individual went to the hospital on their own, according to the college. The college's maintenance and operations team began to remove the tree after the emergency response. Evaluation of the incident has begun and will continue in the days to come, according to Diablo Valley College. "The safety of our students, employees and visitors to our campus is our top priority. We deeply regret that this incident occurred during this milestone occasion," the school said in a statement. We congratulate all of our 2,442 graduates and wish them joyous celebrations with their loved ones this evening," Diablo Valley College said. At least 12 injured after tree falls during commencement ceremony originally appeared on
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Freak Accident at Graduation Ceremony Injures Roughly 12 People: ‘We Deeply Regret That This Incident Occurred'
People were injured when a tree fell at a graduation ceremony at Diablo Valley College in Pleasant Hill, Calif., on May 23 EMT and police services were already at the ceremony, per the college's event protocols, and additional emergency services arrived 'within minutes' to aid the injured None of the graduates were injured when the tree fellPeople were injured in a freak accident after a tree fell during a college graduation ceremony about 30 miles northeast of San Francisco. The incident occurred at Diablo Valley College in Pleasant Hill, Calif., on Friday, May 23, per a statement on the college's Facebook page. 'Earlier this evening at approximately 6:54 p.m. toward the end of the Diablo Valley College commencement ceremony, a tree adjacent to the football field fell. Bystanders who were watching the commencement ceremony were hit by the tree,' the statement read. The statement also noted that 'approximately 12 people were treated for injuries,' and that two of those injured 'were transported to local hospitals for treatment. They were conscious and communicative at the time of transport.' The others were treated onsite and released, and the college stated that one other person went to the hospital 'on their own accord.' EMT and police services were already on site due to the college's standard event protocols, and 'additional emergency services arrived within minutes to treat the injured individuals,' per the statement. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. 'An evaluation of the circumstances surrounding this incident has begun and will continue in the days to come. The safety of our students, employees and visitors to our campus is our top priority. We deeply regret that this incident occurred during this milestone occasion,' the statement concluded. Photos of the aftermath of the incident shared to local news outlet KTVU show crowds gathering around a large fallen tree on a walkway on campus. In a statement to KTVU, Director of Communications for the Contra Costa Community College District Jennifer Ortega said that none of those injured were graduates, as the graduates were all onstage when the tree fell. "We do not know the circumstances of why the tree fell," she told the outlet, adding, "We were able to complete the graduation, and an announcement was made for people to stay clear so that some response vehicles could get through." PEOPLE reached out to Diablo Valley College as well as the Contra Costa County police and fire services on Saturday, May 24, but has not received an immediate response. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Yahoo
Multiple injured after tree falls during Diablo Valley College graduation
PLEASANT HILL, Calif. - A tree fell near the stadium at Diablo Valley College shortly at the end of the graduation ceremony Friday evening, causing multiple injuries. Con Fire officials said there were a handful of injuries, but it does not appear that the tree fell upon people or that anyone was trapped underneath it. However, witnesses told KTVU there were people trapped under the tree for some amount of time. Diablo Valley College said around 12 people were injured when the tree fell shortly before 7 p.m. A spokesperson said the injured were bystanders watching the ceremony. The severity of the injuries is unknown, but at least two people were taken to local hospitals for treatment. School officials said police and EMT personnel were already present per their event protocols, but additional emergency personnel arrived to treat those hurt. The college's maintenance and operations teams removed the tree, school officials said. "The safety of our students and visitors to our campus is our top priority. We deeply regret that this incident occurred during this milestone occasion. We congratulate all of our graduates and hope they are able to celebrate with their loved ones this evening," Diablo Valley College said in a statement. This story is developing. Check back for updates. The Source Diablo Valley College, Con Fire
