FLOOD06155

• County: Statewide
• Community: State
• Stream Name: All
• Basin: Statewide
• Title: Storms Over the Urban Forest: A Community Guide to Disaster Relief
• Date: 1/1/1994
• Prepared For: State of Colorado
• Prepared By: USFWS
• Floodplain - Doc Type: Educational/Technical/Reference Information

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. Tree pruning
. Storm clean up, and safety hazards when clearing debris

Of special note: All activities related to natural disasters must be planned ahead of time and
practiced periodically so that everyone is ready to respond rapidly and effectively during the actual
event.

3.5 Planting Tips

1. Large crowned trees should not be planted under or near utility wires, too close to buildings and
other structures.

2. Note: Most trees have the greatest percentage of their roots in the upper 18 inches of soil;
therefore, it is critical that roots are not severed or cut, and that roots have enough room to grow
and establish themselves and to anchor the tree. (See Photographs 1 & 2.)

3. Select proper tree species based on site considerations. Refer to the publication at the end of this
chapter titled," The Right Tree for the Right Place." Contact your State Forestry Office for a list of
recommended trees for your state or region. (Address and telephone numbers are listed in Chapter 9,
Section 9.5 - State Forestry Offices.)

4. Avoid planting brittle species on sites where breakage will cause future problems.

Note: In certain environments, many of these "brittle" species may thrive (for example, in inner city
areas). Rather than having an environment devoid of trees, it may be best to allow these somewhat
less desirable species to remain -- unless they represent a potential hazard.

Photo 1. Inadequate amount of space ilyailable for
root growth and anchoring.
(Florida Dept. of Ag. & Consumer SerYices)

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Photo 2. Results of inadequate root space.
{Florida Dept. of Ag. & Consumer Services}