Towns County · Georgia
Tree removal in Hiawassee, GA
Hiawassee: one National Weather Service storm report 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 Hiawassee
- 1
- strongest gust in them
- 60 mph
- with trees across Towns County
- 3
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Hiawassee, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 1 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Jul 3, 2022 |
| Strongest gust | 60 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Towns County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 4 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 3 |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Towns County
| Hurricanes | Very low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively low |
| Strong wind | Relatively low |
| Tornadoes | Relatively low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 102 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 20 |
| Distance to the station | 8 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Hiawassee
| Households | 550 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 6 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 5 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1993 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Blue Ridge Mountain EMC |
|---|
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Hiawassee
- Clearing a lota small place, about 550 households
- Warning signs
- Tree on power lines
- Removal day
- Calling the line
- Should it come down?
Rules in Georgia
Georgia: 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: Georgia Office of Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire.