Late fall and winter are the seasons for some of nature’s most severe weather. Storms in all shapes and forms create
havoc throughout the country. One of the greatest dangers posed by storms are presented by falling trees.
Winter storms cause tremendous stress and severe damage to trees in the urban forest. Obviously, a snapped or downed tree should be removed. What about a tree that suffers minor damage? How can a homeowner tell if a tree is safe?
The snow has melted, the winds have mostly died down, and you finally get outside after a winter of cold, wet weather to take stock of your yard and its vegetative inhabitants. Is this the right time to start pruning and fixing storm damage?
If your trees have been damaged in a storm, or look as though they might have damage from an overload of ice, how do you know if they are safe? Unless you are a trained arborist, you don't! If you suspect or can see storm damage to your tree, you should get a tree care professional to assess the damage.
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