How to Restore Trees After a hURRICANE

摘要

In the aftermath of a hurricane, the process of restoring trees begins with the immediacy of removing hazards and cleaning broken limbs and dead stubs from the tree canopies, with the eventual goal of returning shade and beauty to the community with reduced risk. A careful, initial inspection can identify which trees can be restored. The structure of the tree should be intact, without any visible cracks or large wounds on the main trunk, limbs or main roots. Many trees can recover from complete leafloss or significant damage to the canopy, including several broken limbs, but major trunk damage is often irreparable. The following steps outline the process for responding to tree damage following a hurricane.