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Flower Mound announces special brush collection after storms
The Town of Flower Mound has announced a special brush collection beginning Monday, June 3, to assist residents with the disposal of storm debris following recent severe weather. According to a statement released by the town, the collection will follow regular trash routes, and residents are asked to place their...
More than 100,000 gallons of sewage spills near Denton Creek during DFW storms
DENTON COUNTY, Texas — More than 100,000 gallons of sewage spilled near the Cade Branch of Denton Creek in the Roanoke area during Tuesday's severe weather in North Texas, officials said. The Trinity River Authority reported the spill Wednesday morning, saying their Denton Creek Regional Wastewater System experienced "an...
Brush collection and trash service tips following storm damage
After Tuesday morning’s severe storms left a wake of downed limbs and brush through southern Denton County, the town of Flower Mound and city of Highland Village offered the following tips for brush collection and trash service this week. Republic Services will pick up brush on its routes this...
Denton will text you emergency alerts, and signing up is easy
While outdoor warning sirens are a clear sign of impending danger to those who can hear them, the sirens are not designed to be heard indoors or to be the only emergency notifier. Denton has several other ways to inform residents about potential safety hazards, from thunderstorm and tornado warnings to heat and freezing advisories.
Boil water notice for Roanoke residents after wastewater spill
This image is from a wastewater treatment plant in another locale. The Trinity River Authority's Denton Creek Regional Wastewater System experienced a spillage on May 28. (Courtesy Pexels) People who live near Roanoke should continue to boil their water after a wastewater plant spillage May 28, a Trinity River Authority...
After Storm Havoc, Denton Announces Delays in Waste Services, Ensures Scheduled Trash Pickup
DENTON's Memorial Day Holiday was far from a peaceful tribute, as savage storms tore through the city, wreaking havoc and derailing the best-laid plans of locals for both celebration and sanitation. In a memo released to the masses, the City of Denton declared the Solid Waste & Recycling Services to be in a state of disarray, with yard waste and bulk service pickups facing delays that are sure to last throughout the week. But don't get it twisted—household trash and recycling aren't about to be left to rot in the Texas heat; these collections will proceed on schedule, according to the City of Denton, Texas.
Lake Park restricts alcohol, watercraft due to high water levels
Lake Park at Lake Lewisville will see enforcement of city ordinances prohibiting alcohol, glass containers and excessive noise due to safety concerns and excessive rain from recent thunderstorms. Lewisville Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) staff will conduct cooler checks during busy times, allowing visitors to discard prohibited items. Violators found...
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