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Aug 14, During calm, but hot, summer days, seemingly healthy tree limbs simply snap and fall off. We’re not quite sure why this happens. But s ome trees are more prone to this–specifically, aging trees as well as sycamore, oak, elm, eucalyptus and beech trees.

What should I do if this happens? T end to your tree. If you think your trees are changing, or you see any of the major warning signs above, they could be “hazard trees” - trees likely to fall and destroy what’s near them - like your house.

This is a good time to call a certified arborist. Get recommendations from friends or neighborhood list serves. Every year, falling trees or branches cause tragic deaths, injuries, and tens of millions of dollars in property damage. Fearing for their lives, some homeowners think they should get their trees taken down.

But if the tree is healthy, this isn’t necessarily the best course of treeclearing.bar Nov 12, “It is possible for trees to topple with little rain or wind if the roots are decayed” says de Vos. “So I suppose the answer is any amount can cause a tree to fall, given the extenuating Author: Mary Knudson.

Sep 11, All trees have the potential of falling or losing limbs during wind storms, but there are some things to watch out for that can let you know if trees around your Estimated Reading Time: 8 mins. Jan 19, Trees fall down, including some that have been standing for decades.

“I saw a couple of conifers go over (Tuesday), both cypress trees” said the Loomis tree expert. “Redwoods have had a. Oct 30, All trees can be uprooted when subjected to certain levels of wind velocity. Barring uprooting, when push comes to shove, trees will snap at the.