St. Petersburg Begins Hurricane Helene Damage Assessment

St. Petersburg Launches Interactive Debris Collection Map, Cleanup Efforts Surpass 100,000 Cubic Yards

St. Petersburg Begins Hurricane Helene Damage Assessment
St. Petersburg Begins Hurricane Helene Damage Assessment

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – The City of St. Petersburg has launched a new interactive Debris Collection Map to provide residents with real-time updates on the progress of storm debris cleanup following Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

This announcement comes as the city surpasses a significant milestone, having collected over 100,000 cubic yards of debris.

The map will be updated in real-time, ensuring transparency and informing the community.

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The city is utilizing a systematic approach to debris removal, working zone by zone and prioritizing coastal areas. Over 120 trucks from the city and its contractor, Crowder Gulf, are actively working seven days a week to expedite the cleanup process.

Residents are encouraged to use the map and follow posted guidelines for debris placement. The city also reminds residents to separate household hazardous waste and bulk items from storm debris to ensure efficient and safe collection.

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The City of St. Petersburg aims to complete the massive debris cleanup within 90 days. For more information about the citywide debris collection process, please visit www.stpete.org/debris.

The map, available at https://tt-emi.maps.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/43ce0fdb678342d3a779a88c34c61df1, provides an easy-to-use interface for residents to track cleanup efforts in their neighborhoods.

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