Oaks Falling with Internal Decay: Hazard Tree Assessment Needed

Healthy-Looking Oaks Falling: Hidden Decay

Oaks that appear healthy but fall with hollow centers have advanced heart rot. You need professional hazard assessment.

Immediate Steps

• Contact Tennessee State Forestry for a free forester visit: Urban Forester contacts.
• Learn hazard tree evaluation: USFS hazard tree guide.

Why This Happens

Heart rot fungi decay center wood for years before external signs appear. Good foliage ≠ sound structure.