Debris Removal Efforts Continue Across Orange County

Contractors targeting hardest hit communities

Orange County, Fla. – Orange County Public Works contractors are now clearing debris from roads and neighborhoods.  Currently, debris removal is focused on communities that suffered the most significant flooding from Hurricane Ian.

Typically, Public Works only removes debris from County-maintained right of way.  However, FEMA guidelines allow for local agencies to authorize contractors to work on private property when citizens’ health and safety are at risk.

Communities across Orange County were impacted differently by Hurricane Ian with some communities suffering very little damage while others are still dealing with significant flooding along streets and inside homes.

Public Works has identified several key areas of Orange County where residents have suffered more significant impacts than other areas and are mobilizing resources and personnel to respond where needed to protect citizens’ health and safety.