The City of Augusta has reached a key milestone in its storm recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene, which impacted the area Sept. 27, 2024.
As of June 30 the coordinated debris removal phase under FEMA Category A (vegetative debris) and Category B (construction and demolition debris) has officially concluded, according to a news release from the city.
Since operations began, teams have worked across the city to remove approximately 3,438,219 tons of storm-related debris from public roadways, rights-of-way, and other storm-affected locations. This coordinated effort helped restore access, reduce hazards, and support community safety during a critical time.
Although the federally-supported curbside debris collection phase has now ended, residents may still observe ongoing recovery work in select areas, including stump removals and site restoration, as part of the city’s continuing long-term recovery efforts, the release said.
Residents with remaining debris may contact the Augusta Landfill, 4330 Deans Bridge Road, at (706) 592-3200, to confirm accepted materials and operational details. The landfill is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to noon Saturday.
Residents who continue to face storm-related challenges are encouraged to connect with the Greater Augusta Long-Term Recovery Committee (LTRG) for ongoing support and resources at https://greateraugustaltrc.org
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