Residents in Southeast Oklahoma City who were hit by the November tornadoes have a new opportunity to deal with the aftermath. The City of Oklahoma announced that it’s launching a second pass of special storm debris collection in the affected areas starting today. This initiative follows the first round which, according to the official figures released, resulted in over 1,700 tons of residential debris being cleared away.
Those with storm remnants still littering their properties should take note – it is imperative to get your debris to the curb. The city emphasizes that this will be the final round. With crews having wrapped up the initial phase, the pending work is slated to start near SE 89th Street and Sooner Road and will cover the designated collection areas once more, as reported by the City of Oklahoma.
For those wondering about the timeline, City officials forecast that the second sweep should conclude by Wednesday, December 11, although this depends largely on the volume of debris residents place out. Residents can keep track of the clean-up efforts in real-time with the help of an online debris map available at okc.gov's debris map page.
Important for residents to remember, storm debris, which includes construction materials, trees, limbs, and fencing, must be placed at the curb for pickup. Additionally, tree limbs must be cut to a length of no more than 10 feet. It’s crucial to avoid blocking access to your water meter, gas meter, and ensure there is no debris set close to obstructions like mailboxes or vehicles. The City also advises residents to refrain from parking on the street if possible, to facilitate the smooth operation of the clean-up crews.
