McDuffie County · Georgia
Tree removal in Thomson, GA
Thomson: 11 National Weather Service storm reports near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 69 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Thomson
- 11
- strongest gust in them
- 69 mph
- with trees across McDuffie County
- 25
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Thomson, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 11 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Mar 31, 2025 · May 24, 2024 · Jul 15, 2023 |
| Strongest gust | 69 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
McDuffie County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 32 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 25 |
| Tornado reports | 1 |
Full record for McDuffie County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, McDuffie County
| Hurricanes | Relatively low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively moderate |
| Strong wind | Relatively low |
| Tornadoes | Relatively low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 30 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 3 |
| Distance to the station | 1 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Thomson
| Households | 2,480 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 7 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 5 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1979 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Georgia Power Co |
|---|---|
| Jefferson Electric Member Corp |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Thomson
- Is it an emergency?11 tree reports near Thomson
- Removal day
- Choosing a crew
- Cables and braces
- Pruning instead of removal
- Should it come down?
Rules in Georgia
Georgia: 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: Georgia Office of Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire.