Scott County · Mississippi
Tree removal in Morton, MS
Morton: 17 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 Morton
- 17
- strongest gust in them
- 63 mph
- with trees across Scott County
- 78
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Morton, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 17 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Jul 13, 2025 · Aug 29, 2024 · Jun 24, 2024 |
| Strongest gust | 63 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Scott County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 80 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 78 |
| Tornado reports | 25 |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Scott County
| Hurricanes | Relatively moderate |
|---|---|
| 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 | 56 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 7 |
| Distance to the station | 14 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Morton
| Households | 1,000 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 8 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 6 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1981 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Entergy Mississippi LLC |
|---|---|
| Mississippi Power Co | |
| Central Electric Power Assn |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
All 4 utilities in Scott County
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Morton
- Clearing a lota small place, about 1,000 households
- Is it an emergency?17 tree reports near Morton
- The neighbor’s tree8 in 10 homes are detached houses
- Should it come down?
- Tree on power lines
- Calling the line
Rules in Mississippi
Mississippi: 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: Mississippi Insurance Department.