PORT SAINT JOHN, Fla. — A large tree fell onto power lines in Port Saint John on Wednesday.

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The tree fell onto power lines in the Royal Palm area.

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Florida Power & Light crews are working to clear the debris.

Homeowner Mark Fordham said his wife called him in a panic after the tree fell.

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“She said she heard popping and the tree fell, so it was kind of scary,” Fordham said.

The tree didn’t damage their home and there was no fire.

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