PORT CHARLOTTE — After nearly two weeks of recovery since Hurricane Milton, debris collection continues across Southwest Florida.
Gov. Ron DeSantis recently called on local governments to prioritize debris collection and road clearance, citing the approval of FEMA funding for those purposes.
That funding will cover 100% of costs incurred by state agencies and local governments for the first 90 days after Hurricane Milton.
CHARLOTTE COUNTYThe Charlotte County Public Works department outlined the rules for gathering debris for local residents in a recent news release.
“Clearing and removing storm debris is a major part of the recovery effort,” the release read. “Charlotte County Public Works asks for residents’ cooperation to properly separate storm debris by category and adhere to the collection guidelines.”
Debris is being separated into six categories:Construction/demolition materials (including non-recyclable materials like drywall and floor tiles)White goods (such as home appliances like stoves and freezers)VegetationElectronic waste (computers, televisions, and other electronic goods meant for recycling or reuse)Household hazardous wasteRegular household garbage