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Harris County Debris Operations Release 2
Sep 1st, 2017
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For Immediate Release
HARRIS COUNTY, TEXASThe Harris County Residential Debris and Damage Assessment Hotline is now open to assist Harris County residents living in unincorporated areas of the County with recovery and rebuilding after Hurricane Harvey.
Harris County
Residential Debris and Damage Assessment Hotline 713-274-3880
The Harris County Residential Debris and Damage Assessment Hotline staff is available to help residents answer questions about the following list of services:
Debris separation and removal from public roads and residential subdivisions.
Residential/Commercial Permits for repairing or replacing a damaged structure.
Phone numbers for other general recovery resources related to other basic needs.
The major goal of the Harris County Residential Debris and Damage Assessment Hotline is to ensure that public roads and other infrastructure do not pose an immediate threat to public safety. Harris County Residential Debris and Damage Assessment teams are currently working to conduct safety and damage assessments, while clearing debris from public roads in areas where flood waters have receded.
If you are in the process of clean-up and debris removal from your property, please take precautions to prevent disaster-related casualties and fatalities.
Be aware of damaged water, gas, and electric lines.
Be aware of damaged building and construction materials.
Do not attempt to conduct major tree work or reconstruction without proper equipment, permits, and training.
Be aware of household hazardous waste and contaminants.
Report any hazardous materials spills to: Harris County Pollution Control Services Department at 713-920-2831.
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