Milton made a mild mess.
Three weeks after the hurricane passed through Osceola County, downing a number of trees, limbs and other earth-based debris, the city of Kissimmee announced it will make its final pass for curbside hurricane debris removal beginning on Monday, Nov. 11.
This final collection phase has been implemented, city officials said, to ensure all residents have sufficient time to place their debris along the right-of-way for efficient removal.
This second pass follows thorough assessments of the different areas as crews are currently concluding the first pass this week, with each of two dozen city zones receiving two passes in total for debris removal.
Here are the guidelines to placing storm debris to the curb for collection:
Separate tree debris from construction debris;
Place debris close to the curb, but not in the road;
Do not mix garbage or recycling materials in debris piles;
Do not bag debris;
Do not place debris near mailboxes or fire hydrants.
“Given that the collection process can be time-consuming, the City appreciates the community’s collaboration and understanding as crews diligently work to complete this effort following Hurricane Milton,” a city press release said.
