Lexington is picking itself up, brushing itself off, and starting all over again after a powerful windstorm knocked electricity service out to 40,000 customers on Friday.
As of Saturday afternoon, approximately 25,000 remained without power. Kentucky Utilities reported more than 250 downed power lines in the county.
Overnight and continuing through today and tomorrow, first responders, road crews, parks employees, water quality employees and public works employees are responding to calls from across the community.
PUBLIC SAFETY
Since the storm began, police and fire have answered over 250 storm-related calls.
Weather conditions contributed to several traffic accidents. There were two injuries from falling/flying debris.
The following numbers may be used to call for assistance:
- Home medical-related requests: 1-800-RED-CROSS
- General Assistance (food options, Human Services related assistance) 24-hours: United Way of the Bluegrass: Dial 211
STREETS AND ROADS
Streets and Roads received approximately 194 calls related to downed trees and limbs, with multiple crews working Friday, Saturday and Sunday to clear roads.
WASTE MANAGEMENT
Waste pick-up service was suspended on Friday because of the wind. Crews continued their Friday rounds today, and will complete that pick-up on Monday.
Starting Monday, residents can dispose of storm debris at the Haley Pike landfill, 4216 Hedger Lane, at no charge. Landfill hours are 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. A driver’s license or other proof of residence in Fayette County is required.
Residents with city waste service can stack debris between the sidewalk and curb for collection. Those without sidewalks should place debris at the edge of their yard, close to the curb. Material will be picked-up as part of the normal weekly service as long as it is cut in 4-foot sections.
PARKS
Several Lexington parks sustained damage in the storm, and many have power outages.
All city golf courses are closed because of flooding and tree debris. Raven Run is closed because of multiple downed trees. Portions of the McConnell Springs trails are closed because of downed trees.
Dunbar Community Center is without power, and all programs are canceled.
