Mendenhall River flooding update: hazardous waste pick-up starts August 11

Throughout the week, CBJ, Alaska DOT&PF and the Alaska National Guard have been picking up household garbage, furniture, and debris from neighborhoods impacted by flooding. Starting tomorrow, Sunday, August 11, crews will begin collection runs for hazardous waste. Here’s the latest information about flood debris collection:

• Construction & demolition waste: Crews are now picking up construction and demolition debris, including sheet rock, from the right-of-way (ROW). If you need help hauling debris out of your home to the ROW, sign up to be matched with volunteer support at ly/juneau-flood.
• Large appliances: Starting Saturday, August 10, crews are picking up large appliances, including refrigerators. Please set out appliances in the ROW and be sure to empty refrigerators and freezers of food. If you need help moving an appliance across the yard, please wave down crews as they approach.
• Hazardous waste: Starting Sunday, August 11 at 8 a.m., special crews will begin collecting hazardous waste. Please separate your hazardous waste from other garbage and debris and leave in the ROW so crews can take it away. Check this basic list of hazardous items—and when in doubt, put it out. (Looking for a specific item? See the complete hazardous materials list.)

If you prefer not to wait for a pick-up, check the latest information about self-haul options.

For complete and up-to-date flood recovery resources and information, visit juneau.org/manager/flood-response. For questions, email [email protected].