Not every leaning tree is a problem, some have grown that way naturally for decades. What matters is a NEW lean, or soil lifting at the base.
A vertical crack in the trunk is different. It means wood fibers have separated inside, and that section has lost strength.
Either sign is worth a professional look before the next storm, not after. Noticed either one nearby?
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A photo of a tree showing a visible lean, root plate lifting, or a vertical trunk crack from a real ATL Tree Work assessment or job site.
Canva text suggestion: "New Lean or Trunk Crack? Get It Checked" or "Two Signs Every Homeowner Should Know"