RICHARDSON, Texas — It's been more than two weeks since North Texas was pummeled with hurricane-force winds and torrential thunderstorms.
The City of Richardson has released a new map providing details on when the storm-related debris will be hauled out of neighborhoods.
"The map was created to help residents know when to expect service and when to avoid parking in front of homes," the city said in a news release.
Oncor said the May 28 storm that left thousands without power, many for several days, was among the worst in its 112-year history in terms of outages.
It is estimated that about 150,000 tons of debris was created by the May 28 storm, the city said. Since June 3, contractors have collected more than 53,000 tons of debris.
The city said the first round of debris collection is estimated to take 4-6 weeks. The second pass through the community will happen immediately following the completion of the first round. The city estimates the completion of the second round of collection will be completed in mid-July.
Residents are asked to avoid parking on the street between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. to allow easy access for the debris-hauling trucks. If on-street parking is the only option, residents are asked to park at least 20 feet away from the debris pile.
The debris hauler determines routes based on its estimates to collect material efficiently and effectively across the city, officials said. Crews with CrowderGulf Disaster Recovery & Debris Management will complete a minimum of two passes through the community to collect material, which consists of driving every street in the city to pick up piles left in front of homes.
Contractors will not pick up normal household trash or recycling. All garbage should be placed in the alley, or at your normal collection point.
The city provided a photo showing how to separate your storm debris, appliances, and bulky furniture along the curb.
