A Local BusinessRoy, WA
Even healthy-looking trees can become hazardous during winter storms. When the ground is soaked and winds increase, trees can shift quickly. What looked stable yesterday may not be safe today.
in Western Washington Winters What Makes a Tree Dangerous?
- Saturated soil weakens root systems and can cause trees to tip or uproot
- Heavy rain, snow, or ice can break large limbs without warning
- Dead or diseased trees are more likely to fail in high winds
- Large canopies can split under pressure
- Trees near homes, barns, animal structures, or power lines become serious risks when they fall

