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RDCO asks residents to be patient with curbside collection during winter

The Regional District of the Central Okanagan is asking residents to be patient with anticipated snowfall right around the corner.

According to the RDCO, delays in trash and recycling pickups could occur during winter weather events. On days with significant ice and snowfall, collection days could be affected.

If your waste doesn't get picked up, leave the bins out until the collection occurs to ensure you're not missed.

"The Regional Waste Reduction Office reminds us all, safety is paramount, not only for collection staff and their vehicles, but also for residents," wrote the RDCO. "Slippery unplowed roads may not be safe for large collection vehicles. The first priority is to clear roads to make them safe and make collection possible."

Residents are also encouraged to place their bins as close to the driveway as possible so they don't affect snowplows. Bins should not be located in snowbanks or near vehicles.

"With yard waste collection extended until Dec 31, the waste contractor shares carts don’t empty properly if the contents are packed too tight and become frozen, so it’s important especially at this time of year where freezing is common, to keep it loose."

For more information on how to handle your waste during the snowy months, click here.



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