Strong winds cause house to collapse in Fort Erie, no injuries: police

Niagara police reported a house collapse in Fort Erie Monday after a 80 to 90 foot tree fell onto a home due to extremely high winds.

Police responded to a call involving a collapsed house on MacDonald Dr. near Stonemill Rd. shortly after 1 p.m.

Upon arrival, police found the large tree fallen onto the home, causing significant damage to the structure.

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No physical injuries have been reported despite the home being occupied at the time.

Police in the area reported extremely high winds followed by a hail storm moments before receiving the call.

The scene is currently being managed by the Fort Erie Fire Department.

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