How to get rid of fallen tree limbs, storm debris in Lexington
As clean-up from Tuesday’s storms continues, the city has announced plans for storm debris removal including fallen tree limbs.
Six EF-1 tornadoes touched down in Kentucky on Tuesday. The confirmed tornadoes are in Anderson, Bourbon, Boyd, Jefferson, Jessamine and Nelson counties, with wind speeds reaching 110 miles per hour in Jessamine County, according to the National Weather Service.
The NWS also confirmed straight-line wind damage in Fayette, Mercer, Spencer and Woodford counties, with damage assessment teams being sent out throughout the region on Wednesday. Additional tornadoes in Kentucky could be confirmed.
Lexington saw damaging storms and wind on Tuesday, leaving behind debris and thousands still without power.
Fayette County residents are encouraged to submit reports of damage to their home or property to Survey123. The Lexington Emergency Management Agency said submitting damage reports helped officials see where resources are most needed.
How to get rid of storm debris in Lexington
From Wednesday through Sunday, Lexington residents can dispose of storm debris for free at the Haley Pike landfill (4216 Hedger Lane), or at the training pad on Old Frankfort Pike (1631 Old Frankfort Pike).
Both locations are open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. A Fayette County driver’s license or other proof of Fayette County residence is required.
For those who are unable to transport their debris to the drop-off sites, it can be left at the curb for collections. Debris should be stacked between the sidewalk and curb.
There are two options for debris pick-up:
- For those who have city garbage pick-up, it can be left at the curb for pick-up during normal weekly service, and should be cut into 4-foot sections.
- For those who do not have city garbage pick-up, or if the debris cannot be cut into 4-foot sections, a pick-up can be scheduled by calling 311. Debris cannot be larger than 12 feet long and 16 inches in diameter.