Henry County · Illinois
Tree removal in Galva, IL
Galva: 11 National Weather Service storm reports near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 75 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Galva
- 11
- strongest gust in them
- 75 mph
- with trees across Henry County
- 79
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Galva, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 11 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | May 20, 2025 · Apr 20, 2025 · Jul 15, 2024 |
| Strongest gust | 75 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Henry County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 111 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 79 |
| Tornado reports | 29 |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Henry 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 | 137 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 63 |
| Distance to the station | 1 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Galva
| Households | 1,070 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 9 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 8 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 | Ameren Illinois Company |
|---|---|
| MidAmerican Energy Co | |
| City of Geneseo |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
All 5 utilities in Henry County
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Galva
- The neighbor’s tree9 in 10 homes are detached houses
- Clearing a lota small place, about 1,070 households
- Is it an emergency?11 tree reports near Galva
- After-storm checkliststrong wind rated relatively high
- Removal day
- Who pays?
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.