Falling tree kills two tourists at Bali’s Monkey Forest

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Two tourists tragically killed by falling tree.

 

Two international tourists lost their lives, and another was injured, when a tree collapsed at the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary in Bali on Tuesday. The tragic event occurred in the popular tourist destination of Ubud, located in the Gianyar district of the island.

 

The incident was reported to have happened at approximately 12:25 pm local time. Sanctuary officials suggested that an unexpected, strong gust of wind was likely the cause of the tree’s sudden collapse.

 

Authorities identified the deceased individuals as Funny Justine Christine, a 32-year-old from France, and Kim Hyoeun, aged 42, from South Korea. The injured tourist, 43-year-old Lee Sunni, also from South Korea, was treated at the Monkey Forest Ubud clinic.

 

Adjunct Commissioner Gananta, the Head of the Criminal Investigation Unit of Gianyar Police, confirmed the fatalities and the injury. “Two people have died and one has been injured,” he stated, while assuring that investigations into the cause of the tree’s collapse were ongoing.

 

The site was temporarily closed following the incident to facilitate a thorough inspection. Police are coordinating with the Gianyar Regional Disaster Mitigation Agency (BPBD) to ensure the area is made safe for future visitors.

 

Senior Commissioner Jansen Avitus Panjaitan, head of public relations for Bali police, issued a warning to both residents and tourists to remain cautious during adverse weather conditions. “It is better to avoid travelling during rain or to find a safe place to take shelter. People should be vigilant and careful,” he advised.

 

The Bali Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has placed several districts on alert for potential hydrometeorological disasters. Officials have predicted that the rainy season will persist from the third week of December 2024 through the fourth week of January 2025, bringing heightened risks to the region.