Emergency Response Services -

When disaster strikes, Iron Mountain Forestry can play a crucial role in helping communities recover, particularly when it comes to ensuring the safety and functionality of power lines from storm or fire damage. These services are vital for ensuring the rapid and safe restoration of power and helping communities recover quickly. Iron Mountain Forestry has expertise in these areas and can provide invaluable support to both residents and utility companies in times of need.

1. Emergency Tree Removal
Quickly remove fallen or damaged trees that have come down on or near power lines, blocking roads, or posing immediate safety hazards.

2. Hazardous Limb and Branch Removal
Trim or remove broken or hanging limbs that are at risk of falling onto power lines, vehicles, or structures, preventing further damage or outages.

3. Vegetation Clearance
Clear away brush, debris, and other vegetation that may have been dislodged by storms and now threaten power lines or obstruct access for utility crews.

4. Utility Line Clearance and Restoration Support
Work alongside utility companies to clear trees and vegetation from power lines, enabling quicker restoration of electricity. This may include using specialized equipment and helicopters to safely prune or remove vegetation without damaging power infrastructure.

5. 24/7 Emergency Response Teams
Provide round-the-clock emergency response teams that can be dispatched immediately after a storm to assess damage, perform critical tree work, and coordinate with utility and municipal crews.

6.Risk Assessment and Inspection
Conduct rapid risk assessments of trees near power lines and homes to identify those at risk of falling or causing damage, prioritizing them for removal or trimming.

7. Storm Damage Clean-Up
Assist with the clean-up of storm debris, including chipping or removing fallen branches, trees, and other materials that may be obstructing power lines or roads. Helicopters and tree chipping equipment are available.

8. Temporary Road Clearing
Clear roads and access routes to ensure that emergency vehicles, utility repair crews, and residents can move safely through the affected area.

9. Post-Storm Assessment and Reporting
Provide detailed assessments and reports on the condition of trees and vegetation following a storm, helping to plan for further tree care, replacement, or future risk mitigation efforts.

10. Community and Utility Coordination
Serve as a liaison between the community, utility companies, and local authorities to ensure that tree and vegetation-related hazards are addressed efficiently, prioritizing the restoration of power and safety along with up-to-date reporting to the community regarding work progress.