Luzerne County · Pennsylvania
Tree removal in West Pittston, PA
West Pittston: one National Weather Service storm report 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 West Pittston
- 1
- strongest gust in them
- 58 mph
- with trees across Luzerne County
- 140
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near West Pittston, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 1 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Jul 7, 2023 |
| Strongest gust | 58 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Luzerne County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 153 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 140 |
| Tornado reports | 3 |
Full record for Luzerne County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Luzerne County
| Hurricanes | Relatively moderate |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively high |
| Strong wind | Relatively moderate |
| Tornadoes | Relatively moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 122 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 45 |
| Distance to the station | 4 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in West Pittston
| Households | 2,140 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 6 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 6 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1939 or earlier |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | PPL Electric Utilities Corp |
|---|---|
| UGI Utilities, Inc | |
| Claverack Rural Elec Coop Inc |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for West Pittston
- Tree on power linesice storms rated relatively high in Luzerne County
- Warning signshalf the homes built by 1939, among older trees
- Choosing a crew
- Pruning instead of removal
- Should it come down?
- Who pays?
Rules in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania: 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: Pennsylvania Insurance Department.