Severe Weather Information

With severe weather forecasted this afternoon and evening, our Village crews are prepared to respond to downed trees and power lines. ⛈
Here are a few reminders:

  • Call the BG Police Department if there is an immediate danger involving power lines, limbs over houses or if tree is blocking a street or driveway (847-459-2560 or 911). Do not attempt to move any branches near a downed line.
  • Our forestry team will address trees/branches that pose a safety hazard first. They will evaluate and perform any general cleanup after the storm as needed.
  • Most parkway trees or those located at Village-owned facilities are considered public trees. If one of these fell, then please call 847-459-2500, email bgpubwrks@vbg.org or submit a request online at vbg.org/report, noting the location of the tree or limb (nearest address or intersection).
  • Trees and fences on private property are the responsibility of the property owner. If a tree or large limb growing from private property fell, contact a professional tree service for assistance in removal. If it's a small amount, remember you can always bundle branches (under 3.5 inches diameter) for free collection by Waste Management. Just make sure bundles are stacked in the parkway with the thick ends of the limbs near the curb.
  • Power outage? Report outages to ComEd at comed.com/report. You can sign up to receive outage alerts on your mobile phone and view current outage updates at comed.com/outagemap.
  • As always, make sure to have multiple ways to receive weather alerts, have a plan ready for if/when severe weather strikes, and be alert for rapidly changing conditions when weather watches are issued.