Fallen historic stone pine tree damages car along south H Street in Lompoc

LOMPOC, Calif.– One of the historic stone pine trees in the 200 block of south H Street fell and damaged a parked car due to the wet conditions left by recent storms.

Urban Forestry Supervisor Sean O’Neil said, “So much rain in a short time can soften the ground, and in
turn makes it difficult for the root system to sustain a large tree.” He added that the trees are due to be
inspected by a consulting arborist this year, which will now happen as soon as possible.

City of Lompoc Urban Forestry crews cleaned up and removed the tree Sunday afternoon.