Vermilion County · Illinois
Tree removal in Georgetown, IL
Georgetown: 5 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 Georgetown
- 5
- strongest gust in them
- 70 mph
- with trees across Vermilion County
- 102
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Georgetown, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 5 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Jun 29, 2023 · Jun 12, 2022 · Jun 10, 2018 |
| Strongest gust | 70 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Vermilion County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 152 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 102 |
| Tornado reports | 14 |
Full record for Vermilion County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Vermilion County
| Hurricanes | Very low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively moderate |
| Strong wind | Relatively high |
| Tornadoes | Relatively moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 124 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 47 |
| Distance to the station | 10 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Georgetown
| Households | 1,300 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 8 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 7 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1953 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Ameren Illinois Company |
|---|---|
| Eastern Illinois Elec Coop | |
| Enerstar Power Corp |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Georgetown
- Clearing a lota small place, about 1,300 households
- Is it an emergency?5 tree reports near Georgetown
- After-storm checkliststrong wind rated relatively high
- Warning signshalf the homes built by 1953, among older trees
- Tree on power lines
- Choosing a crew
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.