Storm Pia hits Belgium, causing tragedy at festive event

A 63-year-old woman died and two other people were injured in a tragic incident at the Christmas Fair in Oudenaarde, Belgium, after a 20-meter tall tree fell due to Storm Pia.  CCTV footage shows the moment the tree slowly tilts and falls near the Christmas fair. The tree, anchored, was affected by strong gusts of wind and heavy rain. Authorities are investigating whether the tree was properly anchored and will examine the impact of the weather conditions. According to Digi24, the incident occurred as storm Pia hit western Belgium, causing problems in the Netherlands. The Christmas fair and peripheral activities have been canceled and the East Flanders Public Prosecutor's Office has opened an investigation to establish the exact circumstances of the accident.