Storm downs trees, traps campers

Published 11:20 am Thursday, July 7, 2016

Due to heavy rain and strong winds from storms late Wednesday and early this morning, several trees were down in the area and some places temporarily lost power. Pictured, a tree came down on top of a camper at the Freeborn County Fairgrounds, reportedly trapping the campers inside. Area first responders helped the campers get out of the vehicle, and those involved were reportedly not injured.- Crystal Miller/Albert Lea Tribune

Due to heavy rain and strong winds from storms late Wednesday and early this morning, several trees were down in the area and some places temporarily lost power. Pictured, a tree came down on top of a camper at the Freeborn County Fairgrounds, reportedly trapping the campers inside. Area first responders helped the campers get out of the vehicle, and those involved were reportedly not injured.- Crystal Miller/Albert Lea Tribune

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