Florida leads the country in lightning strikes, and Tampa Bay is right in the thick of it. When a storm rolls through Lutz, Odessa, or Wesley Chapel this summer, your trees may have taken damage that isn't obvious from the ground.
Lightning doesn't always split a tree in two. Sometimes it travels down the bark in a narrow strip, scorching the cambium layer beneath. A struck tree can look fine for weeks before showing signs of stress, and a compromised root system or hollow trunk can become a serious hazard months after the original strike.
After any significant lightning event, it's worth having a professional assess any trees near your home or structures. Look for: a single vertical scar running down the trunk, sudden wilting or bark peeling in a narrow band, or a tree that "looks fine" but leans slightly differently than before.
Canopy Crafters offers free estimates across the Tampa Bay area. If you're not sure whether a tree is safe after a storm, request an inspection before the next system arrives. Call (813) 863-1769 or visit thecanopycrafters.com.
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