With such vibrant reds, yellows, and oranges, crisp weather, and gorgeous blue skies, early autumn is a celebration of nature’s beauty and aesthetic charm. But after watching those beautiful leaves pile up and turn brown, it’s time to face the facts—winter is here, and the dreaded cold snap is upon us! As the temperature drops dramatically in late fall, creating those harsh November rains and winds, it’s easy to get depressed and want to hibernate.
While wintry pine branches and sparkling Christmas trees are always something to look forward to, last year’s winter storms and polar vortex weather conditions caused some of the most brutal temperatures on record, affecting over 200 million people in North America. For many, those icy winds of up to 30 to 40 kilometers caused severe damage in our neighbourhoods—especially on beautiful, tree-lined streets. When footage of the 2013 ice storm broke, it was staggering to see how many fallen tree branches were blocking off roads and exits, causing damage to houses and cars and even pedestrians. Whole neighbourhoods fell victim to electrical outages and lost power for days when fallen limbs struck power lines after the storm.
Winter weather can be highly unpredictable, and the fallout can be severe. Sadly, weather experts are already predicting another polar vortex this year. If your neighbourhood falls victim to an ice storm, be prepared by calling our trusty professionals at Chipps Tree Care. We’re a team of trained arborists who have experience dealing with fallen tree branches in all sorts of weather conditions. Believe us that this is something that you do not want to try at home. The last thing you want to do in a life-threatening ice storm is try to remove several tons of unwieldy branches from your property yourself.
This could result in severe injuries to you or your family and a winter spent in the hospital. Instead, let our experts advise you on the proper removal of fallen tree branches, and do so according to the bylaws and regulations of your city’s forestry department. If there is a fighting chance of the tree regaining its strength, we can also repair its limbs come spring after the damage has been effectively and efficiently cleared away. We understand how frustrating and unsightly a dead or damaged tree can be, but by placing one call and booking a consultation with one of our certified arborists, you’ve already taken the proactive approach to seeing immediate results.
If you are coping with the effects of broken tree limbs on your property, especially in unusually inclement weather, call in our experts at Chipps Tree Care to assist you. Don’t become another statistic! Instead, dispose of the fallen branches in the appropriate manner and wait until spring to revitalize the trees on your property with our care. Until then, get cozy and hibernate—there’s always Netflix!
