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Tree falls over
Surprise! Trees need live intact roots to hold them erect. When roots are severed trees can fall over. Roots were cut all around this tree when the sidewalk and driveway were poured. Roots were also deflected laterally by the curbing so there was little to anchor this tree.
Treatment: Cut the tree into convenient sections for firewood.
