The winter months can bring unpredictable weather. Rain, ice and even snow. Combine this with high winds and drought stressed tree's and it may spell problem's. It's important to understand what predisposes a tree to limb or whole tree failure. Tree Species- Some tree's have weak limbs or poor branch attachments resulting in higher amounts of storm related damage. Tree defects- Defects in a tree can lead to big trouble during storms. Bark inclusion, Decay, Insect damage, mist