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ENTERGY ARRIVED RESCUE IN PROGRESS
By Scott Engle at Montgomery County Police Reporter
· July 14, 2026
· 1 min read
Entergy has arrived on the scene on Deerwood Drive, where the tree trimmer was trimming a tree some 50 feet up. A branch fell on the power line, energizing the wet tree. East Montgomery County Firefighters were unable to ladder the tree due to the electricity. It was close to an hour before the f...
Key takeaway East Montgomery County Firefighters were unable to ladder the tree due to the electricity.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
The rescue effort on Deerwood Drive is a stark reminder of the dangers that tree trimmers and first responders face in Magnolia 's wooded areas. With many homes and businesses surrounded by tall trees, the risk of accidents like this one is ever-present. The fact that East Montgomery County Firefighters were unable to ladder the tree due to the electricity highlights the need for specialized training and equipment to handle these types of situations. Entergy's prompt arrival on the scene is crucial in de-energizing the power line and allowing firefighters to safely rescue the tree trimmer. As the community waits for the outcome of this rescue, it's a good time to review the safety protocols in place for tree trimming and electrical emergencies in Magnolia, and to consider whether additional measures are needed to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: Montgomery County Police Reporter ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Entergy has arrived on the scene on Deerwood Drive, where the tree trimmer was trimming a tree some 50 feet up. A branch fell on the power line, energizing the wet tree. East Montgomery County Firefighters were unable to ladder the tree due to the electricity. It was close to an hour before the f...
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