A tree fell on a little league dugout during a game in New Jersey, nearly crushing several children but miraculously injuring none.
A video captured the moment the hulking tree collapsed during a game between Fair Haven Diamonds and the Middletown Hammers.
The tree fell right on top of the Diamonds’ packed dugout while their team was up at bat, sending the children into a blind scramble to safety.
The coach of the Middletown team rushed to help the children get to safety, followed by multiple parents.
The little league teams are comprised of primarily 10 to 11-year-old children.
“Some abrasions on the top of the head, nothing major. First aid checked them out along with patrols, and they refused medical attention. Their parents were here with them so after that they were released,” Lt. Stephen Schneider of Fair Haven Police told ABC7.
The branch could be heard on the video cracking just before it fell.
“When I go back and watch it, it’s eerie. Nobody’s paying attention to the noises.” Middletown coach Garrett Van Alstyne told ABC7.
Van Alstyne’s son, who was in the outfield at the time, heroically rushed to the dugout to make sure his opponents were alright, according to CBS News.
