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‘I’ve never seen it in my life’: Massive tree crushes car during Dearborn Heights storm
By Noelle Friel, Sara Schulz at WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· July 4, 2026
· 2 min read
A severe round of thunderstorms and strong winds uprooted trees and scattered limbs across Dearborn and Dearborn Heights on Friday, prompting crews in both cities to respond to blocked streets and safety hazards.Dearborn Heights resident Yassir Salih described how a massive tree came down and cra...
Key takeaway It was a snap, and then, the branches cushioned it,” said resident Jean Poma.
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Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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