Hardin County · Ohio
Tree removal in Forest, OH
Forest: 2 National Weather Service storm reports near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 58 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Forest
- 2
- strongest gust in them
- 58 mph
- with trees across Hardin County
- 21
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Forest, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 2 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Jul 10, 2020 · Jun 10, 2020 |
| Strongest gust | 58 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Hardin County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 24 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 21 |
| Tornado reports | 3 |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Hardin 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 | 124 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 49 |
| Distance to the station | 12 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Forest
| Households | 580 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 9 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 8 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1959 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Dayton Power & Light Co |
|---|---|
| Ohio Power Co | |
| Hancock-Wood Electric Coop Inc |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
All 6 utilities in Hardin County
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Forest
- Warning signshalf the homes built by 1959, among older trees
- The neighbor’s tree9 in 10 homes are detached houses
- Clearing a lota small place, about 580 households
- Removal day
- Cables and braces
- Choosing a crew
Rules in Ohio
Ohio: 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: Ohio Department of Insurance.