A massive tree fell outside JB Vachha School in Dadar's Five Gardens on Monday morning, but a weather-related holiday declared by the BMC a day earlier prevented a possible tragedy. No injuries were reported as the IMD's Orange Alert remains in effect.

Mumbai: A massive tree came crashing down outside the main entrance of JB Vachha School at Five Gardens in Dadar on Monday morning, in what could have turned into a major tragedy. The incident occurred around the time when students would normally have been arriving for school, but a holiday declared a day earlier due to severe weather ensured that the campus remained largely deserted.

The fallen tree blocked the school's main entrance, with images from the spot showing its large branches spread across the road and entrance area. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

The incident has once again highlighted the dangers posed by heavy monsoon winds and weakened trees across Mumbai.

Holiday decision proves timely