Press Release
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Samantha Hodson
Ocracoke debris removal extended to February 29, 2020.

Hyde County will extend the collection of Hurricane Dorian roadside debris removal in Ocracoke Island until February 29, 2020. This action is being taken to aid in the demolition and tear out of storm damaged structures and aid in the recovery of the island. 

It is important to note that debris removal contractors will not pick up new construction debris. Only storm debris from demolition and tear out will be collected per FEMA regulation.

All new construction should be permitted through the Hyde County Building Inspections Office for a number of reasons:

If you expect your demolition or "muck and mold" project to extend past the February 29 deadline or to coordinate your new construction debris removal, please contact Teresa Adams at 252.368.6430 (please note, this is a new number) or by email at tadams@hydecountync.gov. Please be prepared to give Mrs. Adams an address and a date for removal. We will do everything we can to assist in the disposal of your debris, but please do not put debris generated after the deadline on the roadside unless you are instructed to do so. 

Household Hazardous Wastes will be collected and transported off of the island by an approved contractor on February 17, 2020. To identify potential storm generated household hazardous waste, please call Teresa Adams at 252.368.6430 (note, this is a new number).

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The vegetative debris that is currently being collected is being recycled into mulch. Some of that mulch is being made available to community members free of charge at the Ocracoke Garden Center (pick up only). 

If you have any questions or concerns in regard to debris removal or other items please do not hesitate to call County Manager Kris Noble at 252.542.0802 or email knoble@hydecountync.gov.