Ormond Man Hit By Falling Tree Dies In Hospital

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Ormond Beach, FL - A 56-year-old man hurt by a tree which fell during a severe storm over the weekend has died from his injuries.

The Ormond Beach Police Department confirmed Benjamin "James" Allen's death earlier today.

Paramedics were called to an address on Arroyo Parkway (pictured above) at about 1:20 Sunday afternoon, taking Allen to the hospital in critical condition.

Another man suffered minor injuries and did not go to the hospital.

The incident happened while a severe thunderstorm watch was in effect for much of the Volusia/Flagler area.

Four boats were also beached by rough waters in Volusia County on Sunday. No one was injured in those incidents.