Leaning tree

Trees that are leaning can be cause for some concern, but not all leaning trees are dangerous. Live oaks and other trees that have strong wood can lean away from other trees or away from other structures without breaking.

However, most leaning trees should be checked carefully. More importantly, all trees leaning toward a structure or toward an area where people walk, work, or play should be examined. Consider the following items:

Root collar
Unbalanced canopy
Cracks in the trunk
Lifted root plate
Nearby protector trees
Codominant stems
Bark inclusions

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