Covington County · Alabama
Tree removal in Opp, AL
Opp: 5 National Weather Service storm reports 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 Opp
- 5
- strongest gust in them
- 70 mph
- with trees across Covington County
- 53
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Opp, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 5 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Apr 24, 2021 · Jan 11, 2020 · Jul 13, 2017 |
| Strongest gust | 70 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Covington County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 62 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 53 |
| Tornado reports | 8 |
Full record for Covington County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Covington County
| Hurricanes | Relatively high |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively low |
| Strong wind | Relatively low |
| Tornadoes | Relatively moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 18 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 1 |
| Distance to the station | 8 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Opp
| Households | 2,790 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 8 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 7 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 Andalusia | |
| City of Opp |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
All 7 utilities in Covington County
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Opp
- Is it an emergency?5 tree reports near Opp
- Who pays?hurricane risk rated high
- Warning signshalf the homes built by 1974, among older trees
- The neighbor’s tree8 in 10 homes are detached houses
- Choosing a crew
- Permits and rules
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.