Comments on: Storms Down Trees, Power Lines; Driver Hits Downed Tree; Lightning Sparks House Fire

By: Citizen

Citizen — Sat, 18 Jun 2016 17:25:10 +0000

May I suggest that when someone see a dangerous condition like these trees and limbs near power lines to please take the time to report it to Gulf Power or EREC. I have found that they really do need and appreciate the input from public and it helps yourself, neighbors and members of the community and drivers accelerating through the area. I have reported street lights out on an map online. I used to think and wait and hope the people that work there would notice but realize its MY responsibility and it is actually satisfying and empowering to get involved and it works!! Same with mosquito control. Report it!

By: Frances Taylor

Frances Taylor — Sat, 18 Jun 2016 16:14:54 +0000

I see many trees with huge Limbs hanging over the Streets, usually close enough to Wires to bring the Wires down in a strong wind storm. I know Gulf Power has a lot of area to cover but when their Men are out and about doing regular maintenence they could make notes concerning problem Trees and submit them to Gulf Power. It is evident from last nights Storm that when and if we have a Tropical Storm or Hurricane we are going to be in deep trouble. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure right?

By: fisherman

fisherman — Sat, 18 Jun 2016 12:42:59 +0000

If you look closely at the pictures of downed trees most all of them are damaged from rot at the point of failure. If you have big trees around your house check them out for decay/damage. Call a tree expert to check the tree most will not charge to come out and look.