Debris Removal Plan for Providence Residents

Residents should put limbs and branches on curb for City pick-up; construction debris and other trash will not be removed.

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The City of Providence is continuing its cleanup of yesterday's storm and will continue to remove fallen trees, limbs and branches from roadways as quickly as possible. Initial efforts are to make sure all roads are passable. Crews will begin removing trees from sidewalks and other areas as soon as all roadways are open.

Residents should put tree limbs and branches on the curb for pickup. Branches should be cut and tied into 3-foot bundles for pickup. Please do not put debris back in the roadway and make every effort to keep sidewalks safe and passable.

Large trees and branches on City property will be picked up by City. Residents should not attempt to move large trees or branches.

The City of Providence will announce a schedule of pickup dates in the next day or two.

Downed or damaged trees entangled with utility wires can be deadly and should not be touched. Downed utility wires should be reported to the Fire Department at 274-3344.

Property owners should not attempt to move large trees, and should take all other precautions to avoid injury during cleanup.

The City will only pick up storm-related tree debris. Tree limbs and branches that are mixed with construction debris, garbage or any other household refuse will not be removed.

Property owners will be fined if they place construction debris on the curb for pick-up.

The City is only responsible for trees on public property and for yard debris that is bundled and left curbside. Large trees on private property are the responsibility of the property owner. Property owners who hire a contractor for tree removal should make sure the contractor is a licensed, bonded professional to avoid injury and damage to property.

Renters with fallen trees or other storm debris that has not been cleared from private property are encouraged to contact their landlord and request that immediate action be taken. Renters whose landlord will not remove storm-related debris from their property should call the Office of Neighborhood Services at 421- CITY (2489) to request an inspection.

Please also call the Office of Neighborhood Services if you need assistance recovering from the storm.

Providence officials are working closely with National Grid to restore power throughout the city, and crews are deployed throughout the city to remove downed trees and limbs and return the city to normal activity as soon as possible. Storm recovery will continue for days and weeks.

Please note that downed trees that are in or around wires cannot be moved until National Grid has confirmed that wires are safe.

REPORTING A LOSS
The Independent Insurance Agents of Rhode Island has helpful hints to help property owners whose homes or property were damaged by the storm. We strongly encourage all property owners to review this checklist: http://cityof.providenceri.com/PEMA/an-insurers-guide-to-protecting-your-home-and