Downed Tree Causes Single-Vehicle Crash, Traps Driver in East Haddam
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Route 149 in East Haddam early Thursday morning after a downed tree blocked the roadway, bringing down wires and trapping the driver inside the vehicle.
Hartford & New Haven, CT, August 14, 2026 —
A single-vehicle accident took place on Route 149 in East Haddam early Thursday morning. The crash occurred after a downed tree obstructed the roadway, which also caused wires to fall.
The driver was trapped inside the vehicle as a result of the incident. Further details regarding the driver’s condition, the specific time of the crash, or the exact location on Route 149 were not immediately available. The cause of the tree falling was also not provided.
Emergency services responded to the scene. Information about the extent of any injuries, the response time of emergency personnel, or any road closures and their duration was not specified in the provided summary.
The circumstances leading to the tree falling across the road remain unclear. Investigations into the incident are likely ongoing.
Story summarized from the original created by Alyssa Drumm on www.wfsb.com, see more information here.
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