Salerno. The 25-year-old student from Eboli who was hit yesterday afternoon by a massive maritime pine that suddenly collapsed in the heart of the Fisciano campus, overwhelming three people who were attending a TFA course, has undergone surgery and is still in serious condition.
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The most serious case is the 25-year-old from Eboli, hospitalized in intensive care following a delicate neurosurgical operation. The young man, on his first day of class, was trapped under the weight of the branches, suffering a head trauma, a spinal injury and a pneumothorax. His conditions are defined as serious and the prognosis remains reserved.
Less serious, but still in shock 20 year old from Altavilla Silentina and another 25enne originally from Somma Vesuviana. The 118 emergency services intervened on site, Firefighters and law enforcement.
Poor maintenance and safety at risk?
The incident raises serious questions about safety on the university campus. The gusts of wind, although intense, do not entirely justify the collapse of a tree of such dimensions. It is plausible to assume that the health of the plant had already been compromised for some time, due to inadequate maintenance.
The area has been sequestered to allow for investigations by the Scientific Police, who will have to establish the precise causes of the collapse. Meanwhile, the university community is shocked and is asking for clear answers on what happened.
The rector and solidarity
Il Rector Vincenzo Loia he went to the hospital to express his closeness to the injured and their families. TheUniversity of Salerno has activated all necessary procedures to assist the students involved and their families.
The case is being investigated by the agents of the Police station located inside the Fisciano Campus. The area, after the surveys carried out by the Scientific Police, has been placed under seizure.
Article published on 1 December 2024 - 09:37
This situation is really worrying, especially for students who attend the university. I don't understand how such a big tree can fall in a place where there are people. Security needs to be improved urgently.