Taylor County · Texas
Tree removal in Merkel, TX
Merkel: one National Weather Service storm report near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 70 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Merkel
- 1
- strongest gust in them
- 70 mph
- with trees across Taylor County
- 26
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Storm record
Near Merkel, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 1 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Jun 15, 2017 |
| Strongest gust | 70 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Taylor County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 89 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 26 |
| Tornado reports | 5 |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Taylor County
| Hurricanes | Very 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 | 68 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 13 |
| Distance to the station | 12 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Merkel
| Households | 910 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 8 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 8 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1963 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | AEP Texas North Company |
|---|---|
| Coleman County Elec Coop, Inc | |
| Taylor Electric Coop Inc |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Merkel
- Clearing a lota small place, about 910 households
- Warning signshalf the homes built by 1963, among older trees
- The neighbor’s tree8 in 10 homes are detached houses
- Tree on power lines
- Removal day
- Pruning instead of removal
Rules in Texas
Texas: 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: Texas Department of Insurance.
Map of Merkel
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