Heavy Rainfall Predicted: Sweep Up Leaves and Trash to Prevent Flooding

Tuesday Nov 26th, 2013

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November 26, 2013 (BALTIMORE, MD) - Director Alfred H. Foxx today reminded citizens to stay alert to the possible heavy rain which is expected to begin later today.  Winds will also pick up, so it is especially important that trash and loose debris be secured.  Loose material can end up entering and clogging storm drains, leading to flooding.

At this time of year leaves can become a source of storm inlet blockage.  Please make every attempt to rake, mulch and bag your leaves before the storm.  Sweeping leaves and trash from sidewalks, alleys and gutters will keep this material out of the drains.  Check your storm drains now.  Sweep and bag leaves or trash you may find at storm drain inlets along your curb or in your alley.  If the drain appears to be blocked, please call 311 now so DPW crews can address.

Be aware of possible rising water along streams and in low-lying areas. Blocked storm drains may increase the potential for flooding at these locations.

For more information on how to prepare for bad weather, visit the Mayor's Office of Emergency Management's website at emergency.baltimorecity.gov.

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