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Dangerous tree dropping large branches

Reported via mobile in the Dangerous Street Tree category anonymously at 12:53, Sunday 2 November 2025

Sent to Merton Council less than a minute later. Council ref: SRQ-1262381-Z0Y8N9.

Large tree is dead and dangerous. Regularly dropping heavy branches. These will hit a car or a child. Please arrange to have the tree assessed and cut back / removed.

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  • Thank you for reporting a problem with a street tree.

    We aim to inspect street tree problems within 10 working days of being reported, or 2 hours if the tree is dangerous. We aim to carry out any necessary work within 30 working days.

    Did you know…?
    We care for more than 20,000 street trees in Merton, including pruning, pollarding, and planting hundreds each year to keep streets green, safe, and walkable.

    Posted by Merton Council at 12:53, Sunday 2 November 2025

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    10 working days is too long to wait, given the windy weather. More branches are dropping on the road and onto cars parked below. We have 9 schools within walking distance of this tree. Someone is going to be seriously hurt.

    Posted anonymously at 17:00, Tuesday 4 November 2025

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