Larimer County: Debris Removal Begins November 25th

Fort Collins, CO – In addition to the Flood 2013 debris pick-up schedule, Larimer County’s Solid Waste Department has announced a flood debris helpline, (970)498-7140, where residents can call for debris pick-up updates beginning Monday, Nov. 25.  Larimer County has contracted with T.F.R. Enterprises Inc., to remove debris on County owned and maintained roads, and Leidos Inc., who will monitor the debris removal. The debris removal schedule also begins Monday, November 25 with the first pick-ups on: 1. County Road 43 from the switch backs down to Glen Haven – the lower part of County Road 43 is still under construction and will be picked up at a later date. 2. Pinewood Springs area 3. South County- in an area related to County Road 4 west of Hwy. 287 – for...

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Flood Cleanup Safety: Removing Debris

Flood Cleanup Safety: Removing Debris

The floods in Colorado didn’t just damage our physical property. As a community, we’ve been rocked on emotionally and financially as well. As we begin to pick up the pieces and work towards rebuilding our communities, it’s important to be navigate the steps towards rebuilding in a safe manner. The Boulder County website has great information on how to safely clean up all the debris left in the wake of the Colorado floods. Preparing Materials for Removal In the first few days after a flood your ability to dispose, recycle or compost flood debris may be extremely limited. Waste transfer stations and recycling facilities are expected to be closed for a time, and trash collection routes may be suspended or delayed. In addition, Police and Fire...

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