Storm Damage and Natural Disturbance
Forests are dynamic ecosystems shaped by human and natural disturbances. While we may carefully tend and manage our forests to meet our objectives, a storm, fire, pest infestation or other natural disturbance may change the landscape abruptly and cause us to redirect our management decisions.
When a natural disturbance occurs in our forests, we often need or want to take action. Click on a link below to get information and advice about specific New Hampshire storms, including safety recommendations and clean up advice.
If you have questions about storm damage on your woodlot, contact your County Forester. Download our staff list with contact information here.
For information about notable storms:
- Tropical Storm Irene - August 2011
- February 2010 Wind Storm
- Croydon, NH Wind Storm 2010
- Harrisville, NH Wind Storm 2010
- Orford, NH Wind Storm 2010
- December 2008 Ice Storm
- July 2008 Tornado
- January 1998 Ice Storm
Preparing for Emergencies
Floods, Blizzards, Ice Storms, Tornadoes, Extreme Heat, Lightning
Disaster Assistance Available From the Farm Service Agency
The Farm Service Agency would like to remind both crop and livestock producers and owners of nonindustrial private forest land that programs are available to assist with disaster related recovery. If your agricultural operation or nonindustrial private forest land has recently experienced severe damage from a storm, flooding, wind, or other natural disaster there may be a FSA program available to provide you with financial and/or technical assistance.
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