Limestone County · Alabama
Tree removal in Athens, AL
Athens: 16 National Weather Service storm reports near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 60 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Athens
- 16
- strongest gust in them
- 60 mph
- with trees across Limestone County
- 144
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Athens, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 16 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | May 20, 2025 · Dec 28, 2024 · Apr 2, 2024 |
| Strongest gust | 60 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Limestone County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 185 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 144 |
| Tornado reports | 21 |
Full record for Limestone County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Limestone County
| Hurricanes | Relatively low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively moderate |
| Strong wind | Relatively moderate |
| Tornadoes | Relatively moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 63 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 10 |
| Distance to the station | 1 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Athens
| Households | 11,170 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 7 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 6 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1986 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | City of Athens |
|---|
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Athens
- Is it an emergency?16 tree reports near Athens
- The neighbor’s tree7 in 10 homes are detached houses
- Removal day
- Who pays?
- Cables and braces
- Choosing a crew
Rules in Alabama
Alabama: no statewide tree-work license turned up in our research, so proof of liability insurance and workers’ compensation is the thing to ask for.
Claim complaints: Alabama Department of Insurance.
Map of Athens
Close by
- Madison 22 with trees
- Decatur 19 with trees
- Ardmore 5 with trees
- Huntsville 19 with trees