Randolph County · Illinois
Tree removal in Red Bud, IL
Red Bud: 2 National Weather Service storm reports near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 75 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Red Bud
- 2
- strongest gust in them
- 75 mph
- with trees across Randolph County
- 24
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Red Bud, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 2 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | May 8, 2024 · Jul 13, 2016 |
| Strongest gust | 75 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Randolph County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 32 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 24 |
| Tornado reports | 6 |
Full record for Randolph County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Randolph County
| Hurricanes | Very low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively low |
| Strong wind | Relatively high |
| Tornadoes | Relatively moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 99 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 29 |
| Distance to the station | 16 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Red Bud
| Households | 1,580 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 7 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 8 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1981 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Ameren Illinois Company |
|---|---|
| City of Red Bud | |
| Egyptian Electric Coop Assn |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
All 4 utilities in Randolph County
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Red Bud
- After-storm checkliststrong wind rated relatively high
- The neighbor’s tree7 in 10 homes are detached houses
- Warning signs
- Removal day
- Cables and braces
- Choosing a crew
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 Red Bud
Close by
- Sparta 2 with trees
- Chester 1 with trees
- Steeleville
- Percy 1 with trees