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Beware of widowmakers in your processing area...and elsewhere!

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    I pulled into my processing area late this afternoon and was surprised to see this 6" limb had finally fallen out of the red oak. The limb was snapped in the May 15 tornado here and was the only tree damage, be it minimal. IMG_4402.JPG Was eventually going to toss a rope and pull them down.
    Always look up in the woods when working or felling. IMG_4400.JPG IMG_4401.JPG IMG_4403.JPG
     
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    A branch that size will definitely break your head and neck :bug:!
     
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    Looking up is about the first thing you do! Or should do.
     
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    Are you going to burn that? I am still working on my three year plan and could use some seasoned oak for my racks ;)
     
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    Yup it will be CSS and burned mrfancyplants , probably for next Winter. You are more than welcome to take it though. Id be more than happy to help out a fellow FHC with his hoard! Just let me know when you'll be in Southern CT!
     
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    Good reminder buZZsaw BRAD there is a reason they are named that!!
     
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