Franklin County · Alabama
Tree removal in Red Bay, AL
Red Bay: 5 National Weather Service storm reports near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 60 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Red Bay
- 5
- strongest gust in them
- 60 mph
- with trees across Franklin County
- 74
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Red Bay, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 5 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Mar 14, 2024 · Jun 14, 2023 · Mar 3, 2023 |
| Strongest gust | 60 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Franklin County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 80 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 74 |
| Tornado reports | 13 |
Full record for Franklin County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Franklin County
| Hurricanes | Relatively low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively low |
| Strong wind | Relatively low |
| Tornadoes | Relatively high |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 67 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 11 |
| Distance to the station | 22 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Red Bay
| Households | 1,490 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 7 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 6 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1974 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Alabama Power Co |
|---|---|
| City of Russellville | |
| Franklin Electric Coop |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Red Bay
- Who pays?tornado risk rated high
- Warning signshalf the homes built by 1974, among older trees
- The neighbor’s tree7 in 10 homes are detached houses
- Clearing a lota small place, about 1,490 households
- Cables and braces
- Choosing a crew
Rules in Alabama
Alabama: 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: Alabama Department of Insurance.