The 60-year-old man was struck by the tree near Castle Douglas as Storm Boelo brought strong winds and heavy rain to Scotland.
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Authorities said they were dealing with flooding and fallen trees as Storm Boelo followed Storm Austen.
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About 350 incidents, including fallen trees and flooding, have been reported to the Department for Infrastructure.