Thunder storm season is upon us. Is there anything that can be done to reduce the damage they can do to your trees? In a word, yes. Although there is no way to completely eliminate the possibility of damage, there are steps you can take to reduce the risk.
A healthy and properly pruned tree will weather the storms much better than a stressed tree. Removing problem branches under controlled conditions before the storm hits will keep them from breaking healthy branches as they fall and avoid "rips" on the trunk as they are blown down. Additionally, pruning these branches will keep them from causing colateral damage to people and personal property such as houses, cars, other trees, etc.
A certified arborist should periodically inspect the health of your trees to check for obvious signs of future failure. These signs may include vertical stress cracks, heaving roots, disease and pest problems, competing or co-dominant trunks, limited or compromised roots, etc. Many reputable tree companies will send a certified arborist to inspect your trees for little or no charge.
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