Fall has officially arrived and with it comes falling leaves and typically rain. If your neighborhood has lots of leaves, it’s a good time to make sure they aren’t clogging the storm drains to help reduce local flooding. If you find a storm drain that’s covered or clogged with debris, use a rake or broom to clear it. Other things to keep in mind:
• Never blow or sweep yard debris into the roadway.
• Use leaves to mulch planting beds to provide winter protection for plants.
• Dispose of leaves in your organics cart or compost pile.
• Maintain gutters, downspouts, rain barrels, etc. by keeping them cleared of debris and directed away from properties or hillsides.
If you see major flooding or cannot clear a drain, call our Public Works Department at (360) 491-5644 during business hours or (360) 704-2740 after hours.
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