Henderson County · Illinois
Tree removal in Stronghurst, IL
Stronghurst: 2 National Weather Service storm reports near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 70 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Stronghurst
- 2
- strongest gust in them
- 70 mph
- with trees across Henderson County
- 11
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Stronghurst, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 2 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Aug 18, 2025 · Apr 7, 2021 |
| Strongest gust | 70 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Henderson County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 21 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 11 |
Full record for Henderson County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Henderson County
| Hurricanes | Very low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively low |
| Strong wind | Relatively moderate |
| Tornadoes | Relatively low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 122 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 52 |
| Distance to the station | 11 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Stronghurst
| Households | 400 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 9 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 7 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1959 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Ameren Illinois Company |
|---|---|
| McDonough Power Coop | |
| Western Illinois Elec Coop |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Stronghurst
- The neighbor’s tree9 in 10 homes are detached houses
- Clearing a lota small place, about 400 households
- Warning signshalf the homes built by 1959, among older trees
- Cables and braces
- Should it come down?
- Removal day
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.