Dive summary:
- Between August 28 and 31, the predicted worst part of Tropical Storm Isaac in southern Louisiana, Waste Management will put curbside collection on hold for many areas around Baton Rouge.
- Waste Management said employees are currently working on pre-storm preparations including reviewing local plans, re-establishing contact with emergency authorities and inspecting and re-stocking their hurricane preparedness equipment and supplies.
- After the storm passes, Waste Management will resume curbside garbage and trash collection on the passable streets and expand as more streets are cleared.
From the press release:
BATON ROUGE –Waste Management will suspend all collection and disposal services in the following areas on Wednesday, Aug. 29:
Point Coupee' Parish, West Baton Rouge Parish, East Baton Rouge Parish, West Feliciana Parish, East Feliciana Parish, St Helena Parish, Tangipahoa Parish, Livingston Parish, Ascension Parish
WM will notify the public immediately as collection schedules resume following Tropical Storm Isaac. ...