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Straight-line winds topple more than 100 trees at Brackendale; county tracks cleanup, insurance options
Summary
A straight-line wind event knocked down or split more than 100 trees at Brackendale golf property. County staff documented damage, tracked labor hours and equipment, and are assessing insurance claims while keeping most playable areas open.
Kenosha County staff reported that a straight-line wind event on the evening of May 15 caused heavy tree damage at the Brackendale golf property, knocking down or breaking more than 100 trees and closing portions of the course while crews clear debris.
Why it matters: staff estimated private cleanup could cost roughly $200,000. The county said it is tracking labor hours, equipment use and photos for an insurance claim…
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