Douglas County · Missouri
Tree removal in Ava, MO
Ava: 27 National Weather Service storm reports near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 64 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Ava
- 27
- strongest gust in them
- 64 mph
- with trees across Douglas County
- 104
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Ava, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 27 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | May 19, 2025 · Apr 20, 2025 · May 7, 2024 |
| Strongest gust | 64 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Douglas County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 120 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 104 |
| Tornado reports | 13 |
Full record for Douglas County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Douglas County
| Hurricanes | Very low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively moderate |
| Strong wind | Relatively moderate |
| Tornadoes | Relatively low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 120 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 44 |
| Distance to the station | 6 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Ava
| Households | 1,120 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 8 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 6 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1977 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | City of Ava |
|---|---|
| Howell-Oregon Elec Coop, Inc | |
| SE-MA-NO Electric Coop |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
All 5 utilities in Douglas County
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Ava
- Is it an emergency?27 tree reports near Ava
- The neighbor’s tree8 in 10 homes are detached houses
- Clearing a lota small place, about 1,120 households
- Should it come down?
- Removal day
- Pruning instead of removal
Rules in Missouri
Missouri: 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: Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance.