The combination of wind and rain has been taking its toll on San Francisco’s trees.
The combination of wind and rain has been taking its toll on San Francisco's trees.
Widenmeier said it's all part of climate change. Years of hot and dry conditions followed by nonstop rain and wind have not just combined to bring down weakened trees but also many that were perfectly healthy. "We're really calling on Mayor Breed and city leaders to make an investment in the upcoming city budget in tree planting because the need is so great," Widenmeier said.
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