DeKalb County · Illinois
Tree removal in Cortland, IL
Cortland: 2 National Weather Service storm reports near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 85 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Cortland
- 2
- strongest gust in them
- 85 mph
- with trees across DeKalb County
- 76
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Storm record
Near Cortland, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 2 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Jul 14, 2024 · Aug 28, 2022 |
| Strongest gust | 85 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
DeKalb County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 131 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 76 |
| Tornado reports | 14 |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, DeKalb County
| Hurricanes | Very low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively moderate |
| Strong wind | Relatively moderate |
| Tornadoes | Relatively moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 141 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 64 |
| Distance to the station | 4 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Cortland
| Households | 1,580 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 7 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 8 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1996 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Commonwealth Edison Co |
|---|
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Cortland
Rules in Illinois
Illinois: 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: Illinois Department of Insurance.
Map of Cortland
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