Newton County · Mississippi
Tree removal in Union, MS
Union: 3 National Weather Service storm reports near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 63 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Union
- 3
- strongest gust in them
- 63 mph
- with trees across Newton County
- 74
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Union, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 3 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | May 25, 2025 · Jun 17, 2016 · Mar 31, 2016 |
| Strongest gust | 63 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Newton County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 76 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 74 |
| Tornado reports | 15 |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Newton County
| Hurricanes | Relatively low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively low |
| Strong wind | Relatively moderate |
| Tornadoes | Relatively moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 49 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 5 |
| Distance to the station | 14 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Union
| Households | 810 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 7 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 6 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1971 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Mississippi Power Co |
|---|---|
| Central Electric Power Assn | |
| East Mississippi Elec Pwr Assn |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
All 4 utilities in Newton County
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Union
- Clearing a lota small place, about 810 households
- Is it an emergency?3 tree reports near Union
- Warning signshalf the homes built by 1971, among older trees
- The neighbor’s tree7 in 10 homes are detached houses
- Should it come down?
- Pruning instead of removal
Rules in Mississippi
Mississippi: 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: Mississippi Insurance Department.