Fallen trees and branches are keeping city crews busy after snowstorm

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO)-- Cleaning the aftermath of what the late-spring snowstorm left behind is a big job. Now, city officials say it may take about six months to clear all the fallen trees and branches across Colorado Springs.

While city and county services are working to clear the mess, crews won't be clearing debris on private property. According to the city, that's the owner's responsibility.

“The city owns the trees between the curb and the sidewalk that’s our responsibility, we are not allowed by code, by city code to work on private trees as you can imagine we have our own stuff to take care of,” said Dennis will-city forester.

If fallen branches are on public property or blocking traffic-you should contact the city or county, depending on where that tree is located.

The easiest way to notify the city about fallen branches is through the COS mobile app or call 719-385-7623. That can be downloaded here.

If you see a tree touching a power line, keep your distance. Colorado Springs Utilities says to not touch the tree or the power line because they can carry a strong and dangerous electric current.

Remember, reach out to your utility provider immediately if you see a downed power line.
City crews say that the fallen trees are given a new life as mulch that is free to the public