Storm Recovery Update

16Sep08

Safety information following Sunday storm

The following information was distributed Monday, 15 September. Email and web servers were offline at Washington Township during the day. This is reprinted for your convenience and information:

 

Please do not burn brush and limbs

The Washington Township Fire Department has become aware of many residents burning fallen tree limbs and brush. Regulations do not allow for open burning or burning of yard debris. This activity is being monitored and regulations will be enforced.

Washington Township has recently distributed a release advising residents of options for disposal and pick up of tree limbs. Limbs up to two inches in diameter may be bundled with smaller branches and brush in bundles no larger than four feet long and two feet wide (4’ x 2’). These will be picked up on trash day when placed a the curb.

Electric providers for home oxygen units

The Washington Township Fire Department has learned of two facilities that offer electrical outlets for persons using home oxygen units. Should someone use an oxygen system that requires electricity they can go to:

Christ United Methodist Church, 3440 Shroyer Road, Kettering OH 45429
Staff members will be available until 10:00 p.m. to assist.

Dayton Masonic Center, 525 W. Riverview Avenue, Dayton OH 45405
The Dayton Masonic Center will have Red Cross nurses on hand to assist. Contact them at (937) 222-6711 for more information.

Meals and shelter

The Dayton Area Chapter of the American Red Cross is also assisting with meal distribution and shelter opportunities at the Dayton Masonic Center.


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