Oak fall at Welland/Heath cause of Moore Park blackout

Moore Park was without power Wednesday from 12.30 to shortly before 5 p.m. when a mighty oak tree at Welland Ave and Heath St crashed down during noon-hour. The tree had been pummeled by heavy rain — for the last time in its long life Wednesday morning. But it was sunny when the fall occurred. Hydro repair staff were on the job at about 1.30 p.m. and required three and a half hours to restore power.