UPDATE: High winds have forced a delay in Fargo’s garbage and recycling collection, originally scheduled for Thursday, December 18, 2023. Residents are urged to ensure their bins are out by 8 a.m. Friday, weather permitting.
Fargo officials confirmed that collection trucks, including eight garbage trucks and three recycling trucks, began their routes at 8 a.m. but halted operations around 12:30 p.m. due to unsafe conditions. Wind gusts have caused numerous bins to topple over, complicating the collection process.
Jen Pickett, recycling supervisor for Fargo, expressed frustration over the situation, stating, “Eight out of the ten cans on the street are probably tipped over. This means our crews have to jump out to stand them up, empty them, and then move on.” The delays are not only impacting the city’s operations but also causing inconvenience for residents who rely on timely waste collection.
Residents are reminded that any trash and recycling that was not picked up on Thursday must be placed outside by 8 a.m. Friday for collection, as long as weather conditions improve. The city urges everyone to keep their bins secure until collection resumes.
Next steps: Residents should monitor local weather updates and remain prepared for possible changes. The city is committed to resuming normal service as soon as conditions allow.
Stay tuned for further updates as this situation develops. Share this urgent news with fellow Fargo residents to ensure everyone is informed.
