[03-23-2023] Santa Cruz County, CA -Varsity Golfer Injured After Being Struck by Large Tree at Golf Club

A junior varsity golfer was hospitalized after being struck by a large, fallen Monterey Cypress branch during a practice round in Santa Cruz County on Thursday, March 23, 2023.

According to authorities, the accident occurred near the cart path, halfway between the tee box and green on the 196-yard, par-3 16th hole at Seascape Golf Club.

Responders on the scene treated the conscious boy before transporting him to a hospital outside of Santa Cruz County for treatment.

The tree appears to be taller t the fallen limb had been sawed and removed.han 30 feet. One of the large branches that fell was about 8 inches in diameter. By Friday evening, parts of the fallen limb had been sawed and removed.

Recent storms in the region severely damaged the course’s cypress, eucalyptus, and Monterey pine trees. On Monday, the area was also hit by winds of 50-70 mph.

Authorities have not released further details on the victim’s condition and identity. Further investigations are still ongoing.

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