Franklin County · Illinois
Tree removal in Christopher, IL
Christopher: 5 National Weather Service storm reports near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 96 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Christopher
- 5
- strongest gust in them
- 96 mph
- with trees across Franklin County
- 36
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Christopher, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 5 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Oct 19, 2025 · Jul 30, 2024 · Jul 24, 2023 |
| Strongest gust | 96 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Franklin County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 43 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 36 |
| Tornado reports | 4 |
Full record for Franklin County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Franklin County
| Hurricanes | Very low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively moderate |
| Strong wind | Relatively high |
| Tornadoes | Relatively moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 100 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 35 |
| Distance to the station | 6 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Christopher
| Households | 1,230 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 8 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 7 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1953 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Ameren Illinois Company |
|---|---|
| Egyptian Electric Coop Assn | |
| Southeastern IL Elec Coop, Inc |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
All 5 utilities in Franklin County
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Christopher
- Clearing a lota small place, about 1,230 households
- Is it an emergency?5 tree reports near Christopher
- After-storm checkliststrong wind rated relatively high
- Warning signshalf the homes built by 1953, among older trees
- Calling the line
- Choosing a crew
Rules in Illinois
Illinois: 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: Illinois Department of Insurance.
Map of Christopher
Close by
- Zeigler
- Royalton 2 with trees
- Benton 3 with trees
- Sesser 7 with trees
- West Frankfort 7 with trees