Crane Collapses Onto Montville Home During Tree Work

A tree-trimming crane collapsed onto a home in Montville, New Jersey, on Wednesday afternoon, causing significant damage but fortunately no injuries. The crane, which was being used for routine tree maintenance, tipped over when its stabilizer failed, leading to a crash that left a large hole in the roof. Homeowner Ken Rose and his wife were not present during the incident; their housekeeper and four dogs were safely inside. The Roses are now concerned about potential rain damaging the interior of their home ahead of Thanksgiving, which they may have to celebrate elsewhere. The incident marks a notable event for the neighborhood, as crane accidents have occurred previously in the area without injuries. The cleanup took over five hours, and the tree service company involved has not yet commented on the incident.