Great Hurricane Tips

Identify potential hazards now before they become a big problem.
You can't predict how sudden severe weather could damage your property. However, you can minimize risk and prevent damage by preparing for the worst.
Some things to look for regarding trees on your property:

• Cracks in the trunk or major limbs
• Hollow, aged and decayed trees
• One-sided or significantly leaning trees
• Branches that hang over the house near the roof
• Close proximity of utility lines

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Once you recognize problem trees, don't hesitate to take steps to correct the problem:

• Remove dead, diseased and damaged limbs
• Consider removing trees with large cavities of decay
• Leaning trees may indicate a root problem; have them inspected
• Branches too close to your house, a building
  or the street should be pruned to provide clearance

Branches that are too close or touching utility lines need to be pruned or
removed. If this work is needed, report it to your local utility company —
DO NOT prune the tree yourself