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Latest Update from Stanford:

We wanted to provide an update on steps Stanford is taking to address the condition of some of the trees on land along Alpine Road near Interstate 280.
 
The university has performed an initial review of the trees on land adjacent to the three trees that have already fallen. It was determined that some of the eucalyptus trees should be removed, and the university has retained a qualified tree crew that is beginning this work today (Thursday). 
 
The tree removal work is very difficult due to the saturated soil, distance from the street, and size of the trees. The work may also be quite visible given its location and the use of a crane to perform the work. The initial estimate is that at least seven trees will be removed and that the work will last into next week, although this is subject to change based on weather, equipment availability, and further evaluation of the conditions at the site.
 
We are coordinating our efforts with Santa Clara County and San Mateo County, and we are also in contact with other local officials to share updates and address community concerns. The current lane restriction on Alpine Road will remain in place to protect community members and the tree crew.
 
--Kelly
 
Kelly Kline
Associate Vice President, Local Government Affairs 
Office of Government Affairs, Stanford University

Nice, but it clearly shows it could easily have been done much earlier.

[Goose]

Latest Update from Stanford:

We wanted to provide an update on steps Stanford is taking to address the condition of some of the trees on land along Alpine Road near Interstate 280.
 
The university has performed an initial review of the trees on land adjacent to the three trees that have already fallen. It was determined that some of the eucalyptus trees should be removed, and the university has retained a qualified tree crew that is beginning this work today (Thursday). 
 
The tree removal work is very difficult due to the saturated soil, distance from the street, and size of the trees. The work may also be quite visible given its location and the use of a crane to perform the work. The initial estimate is that at least seven trees will be removed and that the work will last into next week, although this is subject to change based on weather, equipment availability, and further evaluation of the conditions at the site.
 
We are coordinating our efforts with Santa Clara County and San Mateo County, and we are also in contact with other local officials to share updates and address community concerns. The current lane restriction on Alpine Road will remain in place to protect community members and the tree crew.
 
--Kelly
 
Kelly Kline
Associate Vice President, Local Government Affairs 
Office of Government Affairs, Stanford University

Nice, but it clearly shows it could easily have been done much earlier.