What to do with Hurricane Ian storm debris
As cleanup begins following the destruction of Hurricane Ian, here's what residents need to do with their storm debris, according to the Collier County Public Utilities Department.
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How to get rid of Hurricane Ian debris
Keep storm debris separate from regular household garbage and recycling.
Storm debris should be sorted into separate piles for garbage, yard waste, furniture and other bulky waste, appliances and construction debris
Pick up will generally be done with a mechanized claw truck so it’s important not to set debris over buried electric or phone lines, water meters, hydrants, trees or mailboxes.
Be patient. Following a storm, the top priority is the health and safety of the community and restoration of the county. When collection services resume, place garbage curbside away from storm-related debris on your regular collection service day
Where to take debris?
Collier County: Household hazardous waste can also be taken to one of Collier County’s Recycling Drop-Off Centers. Debris collection guidance and recovery process updates will be available through local media and on the Collier County government website.
Lee County: Keep any hazardous waste separate, and contact Solid Waste at 239-533-8000 for disposal options. The county will issue information about clean-up dates in the future.
Sarasota and Manatee counties: The Lena Road Landfill will have extended hours until 6 p.m. starting on Monday, Oct. 3. Tipping fees will be waived for storm debris for residents, however, residents should expect longer lines. Garbage and recycling pick-up will resume Monday as well.
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This article originally appeared on Naples Daily News: Hurricane Ian storm debris: How to sort it and where to take it
