Recent storms that left millions without electricity in Connecticut has split the state into two camps: the tree lovers versus the tree cutters, says the Wall Street Journal. Utility companies and state officials blame 90% of the epic power outages on the state's dense woods, and residents who once adored living in an urban forest are getting increasingly frustrated by massive power failures that many fear could become a chronic problem.

MORE: The CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is working with the governor to improve tree trimming standards and look at what changes can be made to reduce outages from downed trees and branches.