North Lanarkshire Council is asking the public to be patient as workers continue to clear up the damage caused by Storm Eowyn.
Storm Eowyn swept across the country on Friday, hitting the region with winds of up to 100mph.
Trees were blown down, fences were destroyed and roof tiles were smashed to the ground, although there were no reports of any serious injuries in the North Lanarkshire area.
In a statement, the council said: “We are dealing with over 500 reports of fallen or damaged trees as a result of Storm Éowyn.
“Our priority is to clear trees that are blocking roads and any that are dangerous and causing an immediate risk to residents and property.
“With the amount of damage caused, it will take several weeks to attend to any other types of fallen trees and clear all the debris.
“We ask the public to be patient if you have reported any incidents.”
Following the storm, Murdostoun councillor Robert John McKendrick posted on social media: “I talked with a constituent today and said it was the most destructive storm we have ever had in my lifetime in our area.
“She compared it to 1968 when 20 people died in central Scotland.
“Social media and the alerts in the modern day saved lives. People staying at home and following guidance worked.
“We can repair fences and buildings but it will take time.
“NLC will be swamped with repair issues so I would ask people to be patient.”
If you want to report a dangerous tree call the council on 0345 143 0015.
If you are a council tenant and the tree is within your garden please contact your local housing office.
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