Will city of Lexington pick up downed limbs & storm debris? Who to call for help
Damaging winds swept through the state overnight Sunday, with some of the strongest gusts recorded at the Blue Grass Airport in Lexington.
The storm brought damage, including to a Georgetown church that reported siding torn off of its exterior. No one was at the church when the storm hit.
As of Monday morning, Lexington mayor’s office spokesperson Susan Straub told the Herald-Leader in an email the city had “only one report of a downed limb in a roadway this morning, and that’s a partial blockage on Muir Road.”
If you are dealing with storm damage, including any downed limbs in your yard, here’s where to begin and what you can do with the debris.
Who can you call for help with downed tree removal?
First, take note of where the downed tree or tree limb has fallen.
According to Lexington Fire Department Battalion Chief Derek Roberts, if it’s on private property, it’s the responsibility of the property owner.
However, if the limb is on public property or in the right of way, contact LexCall by dialing 311. Calling LexCall or submitting a service request online through the city’s website will create a work order, Roberts told the Herald-Leader in a text message Monday morning.
“Safety wise – stay away from any downed power lines,” Roberts added. “Make sure residents have contacted the responsible agency, KU or LG&E. It will take time as they work through the service requests.”
LG&E customers can report downed power lines by calling 502-589-1444. For KU customers, call 800-981-0600.
How to dispose of downed tree limbs and debris after a storm
When it comes to tree limb pick up, Straub said the city only picks up limbs on public property, such as on a city street.
City residents should dispose of downed limbs in their gray yard waste bin. Alternatively, they should be tied in 4-foot bundles and placed on the curb, between the sidewalk and the street for pick up.
Residents who have private waste collection need to contact their providers for pick up instructions, Straub told the Herald-Leader.
Straub added that Fayette County residents may also gather their yard waste material and take it directly to the Haley Pike Waste Management Facility for disposal. There’s a limit of two pickup truck loads per month. The service is free of charge, but you must provide a driver’s license with a Fayette County address.
The facility is located at 4216 Hedger Lane in Lexington. Its hours are:
- Monday: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Tuesday: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Thursday: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Friday: 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
It is closed to the public Wednesday.
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This story was originally published March 31, 2025 at 12:30 PM.