Large limbs that snapped in 2012 and were cut off may not have healed properly. If the pruning cut was not made at the "collar" (the swollen area where branch meets trunk), the wound may have rotted. Tap the trunk near old cuts with a mallet; if it sounds hollow, the damage from years ago may have created internal rot.
Beyond the ecological damage, 2012 saw several heart-wrenching human tragedies caused by falling trees, leading to significant legal outcomes. fallen tree 2012
captured a monochromatic image titled NW Coast, Branch of Fallen Tree as part of his series. Large limbs that snapped in 2012 and were
The fallen trees of 2012 taught us a valuable lesson: nature is powerful, and our trees need maintenance just like our roofs and HVAC systems. If you have concerns about a tree that survived the storms of the past, don't wait for the next big weather alert. Have it inspected today. If you have concerns about a tree that
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The city lost nearly 10,000 trees on its streets and in its parks alone. Central Park became a graveyard for giants, losing over 600 trees, including a beloved 120-year-old swamp white oak.