Properly removing debris from Charlotte County streets following Hurricane Milton

Author: Camilia Pereira Writer: Nicholas Karsen
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Hurricane Milton created havoc throughout Florida, impacting several areas, including Charlotte County.

Following Milton and Hurricane Helene, debris has been scattered throughout the area, blanketing the streets with broken items.

The recovery process can be overwhelming and energy-draining; however, there is a proper way to dispose of debris.

Residents typically pile all of their debris together into a giant pile, slowing Charlotte County crews down in properly disposing of the waste.

The county expects residents to sort their debris into six categories before placing it at the front property.

Officials ask residents to follow the classification guidelines below:

  • Construction and demolition materials
  • Electronic waste
  • Household hazardous waste (Cleaners and batteries)
  • Large household appliances
  • Vegetation (Trees, branches, leaves)
  • Regular household garbage

Those who follow the guidelines will aid in accelerating the clean-up process by Charlotte County crews.

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