Jo Daviess County · Illinois
Tree removal in Galena, IL
Galena: 10 National Weather Service storm reports near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 75 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Galena
- 10
- strongest gust in them
- 75 mph
- with trees across Jo Daviess County
- 55
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Galena, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 10 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | May 21, 2024 · Jul 28, 2023 · Jun 24, 2023 |
| Strongest gust | 75 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Jo Daviess County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 72 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 55 |
| Tornado reports | 6 |
Full record for Jo Daviess County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Jo Daviess County
| Hurricanes | Very low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively low |
| Strong wind | Relatively moderate |
| Tornadoes | Relatively moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 150 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 72 |
| Distance to the station | 3 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Galena
| Households | 1,690 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 7 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 6 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1939 or earlier |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Commonwealth Edison Co |
|---|---|
| Jo-Carroll Energy, Inc | |
| Scenic Rivers Energy Coop |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Galena
- Warning signshalf the homes built by 1939, among older trees
- Is it an emergency?10 tree reports near Galena
- Cables and braces
- Tree on power lines
- Permits and rules
- Should it come down?
Rules in Illinois
Illinois: 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: Illinois Department of Insurance.
Map of Galena
Close by
- The Galena Territory
- East Dubuque 2 with trees
- Stockton 6 with trees
- Warren 6 with trees