ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — For some Orange County residents, the question remains when the debris left over from Hurricane Ian will be picked up.
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Orange County Public Works and debris removal contractors have provided a color-coded map to help residents identify areas that have completed the first pass. The map also notes the future dates for other areas that are planned.
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Here is the key for the map:
- Blue indicates areas that have already completed the first pass of debris collection.
- Yellow indicates areas where a contractor is expected to make the first pass of debris collection by Nov. 4.
- Orange indicates areas where a contractor is expected to make the first pass by Nov. 18.
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Residents are encouraged to separate their storm debris into the following categories:
- Vegetative, such as trees or branches
- Construction and demolition
- Appliances
- Electronics
- Furniture
The county expects to have most county roadways and residential areas cleared by Thanksgiving, Nov. 24.
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