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Isle of Wight Council Issues Rubbish Bin Advice

The Isle of Wight Council is asking residents not to put out their bins this evening (Thursday) for Friday collections.

Instead, the Council is urging residents to wait until first thing tomorrow morning in case overnight winds blow them over, causing rubbish to be strewn around the street.

The advice comes ahead of an amber weather warning with Storm Eunice set to cause severe disruption.

Natasha Dix, head of waste services, said:

"During high winds, bins can be blown over risking the waste being strewn into the environment.

"We are therefore recommending that people do not put out their bins this evening and instead wait until the morning, before 8am, to reduce the time they are left at the kerbside.

"We would also encourage people to bring their bin in as soon as possible after collection."

The IW Council has issued the following advice regarding bins:

  • Make sure bin lids are closed and secure.
  • Try to avoid leaving bins out overnight in high winds. We recommend you put your bin out on the morning of collection.
  • If there is no shelter at the kerbside, place bins in clusters with your neighbours' bins.
  • Place excess card, paper and mixed recycling in clear or white sacks and weigh down if possible.
  • Bring your bin in as soon as possible after collection.

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