A large branch of my weeping willow tree blew down. What concerns should I have when I trim it off?

Question

There are 2 huge and very old willows right next to each other. One seems very healthy, the one that the branch blew down from also has a section that seems dead. I am trying to decided if it will be safe for us to trim the tree or if we need to hire an expert. Could we harm the tree?

Answer 1

You might open the way for fungus or similar afflictions, but so would the hired help.  Just don't drench it in water after you cut the limb off.

Answer 2

I sggest that  you get rid of the half-dead tree and see what the other tree does. Sorry I am not a fan of weeping willows - too much mess and soft wood.

Answer 3

it might fall on your head witch could cause some problems for u