When planting a tree, it's important to select the right tree for the right location.  Some trees are known for short life spans, weak wood and shallow root structure.  The Silverleaf maple in the picture below was not a good selection for a yard tree near a structure.

The websites below address the issue of recognizing hazardous trees and selecting the right tree for the right location.

City of Fort Worth, Parks & Community Services Department, Forestry Section
International Society of Arboriculture
U.S. Forest Service

A tree's strength is compromised if the heartwood is rotted from the center. The trees below have critical structural damage and are thus hazardous in an urban setting.

Photo courtesy of Marilyn Sallee

This man is being swallowed whole by a hazardous tree!

Photo courtesy of Marilyn Sallee

Storm Damage & Trees

Preparation is Key to Preventing Storm Damage to Trees

Take Precautions When Hiring Tree Services to help with Storm Clean Up
 

 

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