A child was killed by a falling tree at a BC campground over the weekend. The tragic incident occurred at Okanagan Lake on Saturday.
“I am deeply saddened by a tragic incident involving a child at a BC Parks campground over the weekend,” said George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy.
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“On Saturday, a child was injured by a falling tree at Okanagan Lake Park and has since succumbed to their injuries.”
“On behalf of the ministry and all BC Parks staff, I send my deepest condolences to the child’s family and friends. Our hearts are with you at this difficult time.”
It is unclear how old the child was and no other details are being released at this moment.