How To Report Storm Damage And Get Recovery Help In Abilene

Well, we all know that the storms that rolled through Abilene, Texas, on June 8 didn’t hold back. High winds, confirmed tornado warnings, and a whole lotta damage. I’m talking roofs peeled off, power knocked out, and even a local TV station temporarily taken off the air.

READ MORE: What To Do After A Tornado Strikes In Texas 

With more rain in our forecast, cleanup is slow. But the City of Abilene is stepping up with multiple ways to help folks clean up and recover.

Citywide Brush Pick-Up

If you’ve got a mountain of broken limbs, fence panels, or debris piling up, the City of Abilene’s Brush & Bulky Pickup services are running across Abilene. Whether you live in a curbside area or one of the alley pickup zones, the city has you covered.

Here's what you need to know:

• Alley pickups happen three times a year for those in alley service zones.
• Curbside areas get a pickup every other month, depending on your zone.
• If you have no idea where you fall, check out the Solid Waste Department's website to find maps, schedules, and additional details.

Drop-Off Options If You Want to Haul It Yourself

You can take your debris, recyclables, or even household hazardous waste to the Environmental Recycling Center at 2209 Oak Street. That’s the go-to spot if you’ve got more than the city pickup can handle or want to get rid of it ASAP.

Report Damage and Help with Recovery

If your home or business was damaged during the June 8 storm, reporting that damage is a crucial step in helping Abilene qualify for state or federal disaster recovery assistance. Use the Texas Division of Emergency Management’s iSTAT system to file your report.

When you file, make sure to select the event labeled “June 2nd - Ongoing Severe Weather” so your report lands in the right place.

For up-to-date info on where city crews are and what they’re picking up, you can always call the Solid Waste Services team at (325) 676-6053.