Updated Storm Related Information
Date:
08/27/2010Summary:
Temporary shelter at the North End Community Center, continued travel advisories, how to report damage & a new drop-off location for "Green Waste"Contact:
The City of Yuma continues to assess and respond to damage as a result of Thursday night’s storm that occurred in the Yuma area.
Temporary Shelter at the North End Community Center
City officials, in cooperation with the American Red Cross, have established a temporary shelter at the North End Community Center at 160 East 1st Street. Residents without power, displaced by structural damage, in need of dry ice or in need of temporary relief from the heat may visit that location. As of 3:00 pm, the North End Community Center was assisting approximately 55 people. The temporary shelter will remain in place throughout the weekend to assist those in need.
Please Limit Your Travel
The Yuma Police & Fire Department encourage the community to limit their travels as there are still power outages, traffic signals out, power lines down and various debris obstructing roadways. Please drive safely and adhere to the caution signs and traffic barricades. Be aware and stay clear of downed power lines and report any possible natural gas leaks (rotten egg odor).
Structural Damage
Building Safety officials encourage residents to contact local contractors to make structural repairs. Contractors may make immediate repairs without seeking permits throughout the weekend as part of an emergency clause. Contractors will need to apply for the necessary permits beginning Monday, August 30th for work they have completed over the weekend.
Drop-Off Location for "Green Waste"
The City of Yuma Public Works has established a “Green Waste” debris collection site at the south side of Kiwanis Park located at 8th Street and Magnolia Avenue. This collection site is an area the City has provided to the community to drop off any tree or vegetation debris residents have collected. Please do not bring any other types of debris or trash to this location.
Additional updates will continue as we progress.
Helpful Numbers
- Yuma Police & Fire Department
Non-Emergency Line: (928) 783-4421
Emergency: 9-1-1 - APS Customer Service
1-800-253-9405 - Southwest Gas
1-800-772-4277 - City of Yuma Building Safety
(928) 373-5163 - City of Yuma Public Works
(928) 373-4500
