State of Emergency Declared in Howard County

IN THE AFTERMATH
OF HURRICANE ISABEL

Hurricane Help Line:
410-313-2900

FEDERAL DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
for homeowners, renters, and business owners suffering damage as a result of Hurricane Isabel.

1-800-621-FEMA (3362)
(TTY 1-800-462-7585)

Please have the following information available when you call:

• A phone where you can be reached
• Social Security Number
• Current Mailing Address
• Address of damaged property
• Brief description of damage
• Insurance information if applicable

FALLEN WOOD DEBRIS
may be disposed of by county residents with a valid landfill permit at the Alpha Ridge Landfill, 2350 Marriottsville Rd., Marriottsville.
Permits will be issued on-site ($12) with proof of residency (i.e. drivers license, water bill, etc.)
Landfill will be open 8 a.m. to dark through next Saturday, September 27.

Debris can be recycled in those areas that currently receive yardwaste recycling service. Debris set out for this collection must be bundled and residents are reminded that the rule of 4's apply:

• no more than 4 inches in diameter
  
• no more than 4 feet in length
  
• weighing less than 40 pounds.

RECYCLING COLLECTION... Normal Schedule

For Official Information Watch:
GTV-Comcast Cable Channel 70