McDowell County · North Carolina
Tree removal in Nebo, NC
Nebo: 5 National Weather Service storm reports near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 63 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Nebo
- 5
- strongest gust in them
- 63 mph
- with trees across McDowell County
- 79
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Nebo, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 5 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Aug 2, 2024 · Jul 18, 2020 · Jul 23, 2017 |
| Strongest gust | 63 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
McDowell County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 79 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 79 |
| Tornado reports | 2 |
Full record for McDowell County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, McDowell County
| Hurricanes | Relatively low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively high |
| Strong wind | Relatively moderate |
| Tornadoes | Relatively low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 101 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 29 |
| Distance to the station | 6 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Nebo
| Households | 640 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 7 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 8 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1991 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC |
|---|---|
| Duke Energy Progress | |
| French Broad Elec Member Corp |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
All 4 utilities in McDowell County
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Nebo
- Tree on power linesice storms rated relatively high in McDowell County
- Clearing a lota small place, about 640 households
- Is it an emergency?5 tree reports near Nebo
- Permits and rules
- Should it come down?
- Choosing a crew
Rules in North Carolina
North Carolina: 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: North Carolina Department of Insurance.
Map of Nebo
Close by
- Marion 6 with trees
- West Marion 4 with trees