Obamabare.
Compromised foundation for over a century did not contribute to the collapse.
I have a photo of myself and that very tree from 1978. I know, big deal.
Not surprised that the tree is reported to have shattered when it fell.
Signs in the Sequoia National Park report that the mighty trees were saved from the logger’s axes in the 19th century because wood from the tree is too brittle for use as either construction lumber or in making furniture.
Trumps fault.
Sucks....we are taking the kids there in late May...
Caused by Global Warming no doubt.
Never be the tallest tree in the forest.
Oh no, that’s sad. My family drove through it years ago with the kids.
That whole area up there is fascinating. It’s worth the trek. There’s a miniature train you can ride through the spooky forest, and several other kid-friendly, rather quaint touristy attractions tucked into the trees.
They’re run by local rednecks and hippies. If you’re lucky, they’ll treat you to some fine banjo-picking.
I believe, IIRC, that the Jurassic Park sequel was filmed around there.
Also, Bigfoot sightings are supposedly common. LOL. There’s a Bigfoot Museum and gift shop on Highway 1, and it is built into the trunk of a giant redwood.
My family had a blast touring and camping in the area.
Many of those trees were alive when Christ walked the earth.
2016 almost got this tree, but not quite.