WESTFIELD, NJ — A 15-year-old boy was injured Saturday afternoon at Westfield Memorial Pool when a tree branch came down during opening day, according to authorities.
The incident happened Saturday in the late afternoon as a strong breeze moved through the area.
The teen was hit in the back and suffered bruising and an abrasion on his lower back. He did not lose consciousness.
He was taken to a hospital by the county rescue squad.
Firefighters also responded to the scene.
No additional information has been released.
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