Person Dies After Tree Falls During Logging Work

A worker died after being trapped under a fallen tree in Valkeakoski on Saturday afternoon. Police received an emergency call to the Siltanen area around 4:30 PM. Both police and rescue units responded to the scene. Despite resuscitation attempts, the person died at the location. Police continue investigating the death as a work accident case. They have not released additional information about the incident. The tragic event highlights the dangers of forestry work, which remains one of Finland's most hazardous occupations despite safety improvements. Logging operations require constant vigilance around falling trees and heavy equipment. This marks another workplace fatality in Finland's forestry sector this year.