Province expanding Dorian debris cleanup to Island homes

The government of P.E.I. has announced debris removal services following post-tropical storm Dorian have been expanded to include cleanup around homes.

"We know Islanders need help safely removing larger debris from their yards," said Steven Myers, minister of transportation andinfrastructure and energy, in a news release issued by the provinceThursday afternoon.

Islanders who need help cuttingfallen trees on their property ormoving large debris curbside can contact provincial Highway Maintenance dispatch to register.

• Prince County: (902) 888-8275
• Queens County: (902) 368-4770
• Kings County: (902) 652-8960

If the dispatch number is busy and Islanders are connected to voicemail the province asks that theyleave a detailed message including theirlocation and contact information.

In addition to enlistingprovincial road crews, the province hassaidthatit isprepared to reach out to private contractors in order to help with debris removalaround Island homes but it may take some time, according to the release.

"Island-wide debris cleanup is expected to take several weeks, so we appreciate the patience of homeowners during this province-wide clean-up effort," Myers said in the release.

Islanders are also being remindedthat free debris dropoff has been extended at Island Waste Management Corporation sites until Sept.30.

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