Summary
Major windblow events can be classified by windspeeds greater than 90 mph and the resultant damage can be significant.
It is recommended that all forests have a windblow contingency plan.
All forest owners, managers and timber stakeholders should be participants in windblow contingency planning processes.
Aims of this plan
- Preparation: To advise on mitigating actions before a potentially major windblow event
- Response: To ensure national, regional, and local forest sector responses are co-ordinated
- Recovery: To minimize disruptions, mitigate damages, and maximise the value of windblown timber
