Meteorologist Nick Carter.

Denver Forestry and Xcel Energy offer the following advice:

Removing snow from trees:

* Check to make sure the tree is safe and clear of all utility lines prior to removing snow; do not attempt to shake snow off of a tree if a utility line is going through it.
* If the tree is clear of utility lines, using a broom, remove as much snow as possible from branches.
*Do not attempt to climb tree or use ladder to reach higher limbs.

Fallen power lines:

* Sometimes branches heavy with snow take down power lines/cables. Stay clear of downed lines and report them immediately to Xcel Energy at 1-800-895-1999. If a power line has fallen onto a vehicle, stay away from the vehicle. Seek help immediately by calling 911.

Broken branches:

Meteorologist Nick Carter.