How Snow and Ice Damage Trees in Southeast Michigan Yards
Key Takeaways: Weight Dynamics: Ice can increase the weight of a branch by 30 times, leading to catastrophic failures in weak joints. Species Sensitivity: Deciduous trees with tight V-shaped crotches and multi-stemmed evergreens are at the highest risk. The Widow-Maker Effect: Snow often hides partial fractures that become deadly falling hazards during the spring thaw. […]
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