Here are some other tips for taking care of snow-covered trees from the Colorado State Forest Service: Check for hazards.

Normally this practice is the only way to avoid broken branches from heavy snow loads, but one species of pine tree easily withstands ... pines are resistant to dry soil, pests, and cold.

A fresh tree will be less of a fire hazard than a dry tree ... as cutting low branches. The tree should be secured in a sturdy stand filled with water. When using artificial snow spray, do not ...