Down Trees From The Recent Weather Problems

City of Detroit Lets Residents Know How To Address Trees Downed By Recent Storm
High winds from yesterday’s storms have toppled trees throughout Metro Detroit.  To address the damage as quickly as possible, the City of Detroit has called in additional surveyors and forestry crews.  Surveyors have been assessing storm damage across the city since early Wednesday morning.
In order to better serve citizens, the City’s Ombudsman has added additional operators to handle the increased call volume.  To report a downed tree, residents should call the Office of the Ombudsman at (313) 224-6000 or go online at www.detroitmi.gov.
 Priority is being given to fallen trees that are blocking streets or on top of homes and vehicles. The City’s forestry crews will focus on trees that were rooted on city property or blocking streets and sidewalks.
How to determine if a tree is the city’s property or private property:

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