The City of Round Rock's normally punctual garbage and recycling services have hit a speed bump, as Republic Services announces a delay in its pick-up schedule owing to harsh winter conditions. Residents expecting waste collection will have to sit tight, as their trash and recyclables will now be attended to a day later than usual this week.
This one-day pushback means that Monday's trash will be picked up on Tuesday, Jan. 16, and so forth through the week – causing those with a Friday pickup to mark their calendars for Saturday, Jan. 20, as per Round Rock Texas.
Amidst the chill, the city isn't just focused on trash. It's also doling out advice to its citizens, urging them to remember the four "P's" of winter safety: People, Pets, Plants, and Pipes. Checking in on neighbors, especially the elderly, keeping pets indoors, protecting plants from the freeze, and preventing pipe bursts are outlined as key steps during this cold snap, as reported by Round Rock Texas.
In a comprehensive blog post linked in the city's announcement, homeowners are guided on the path to a "Winter Ready Water System" – offering a detailed breakdown on how to shield water systems from the frosty bite of winter. This advice includes critical details like, turning off sprinklers to avoid damaging your irrigation system, according to Round Rock Texas.
