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HBM Township - Storm Update Apr. 7th @ 2:30 pm

HBM TOWNSHIP STORM UPDATE

Apr. 7th @ 2:15 pm
Here is the storm update for today:

WATER JUG & WATER SUPPLIE STATION
Available 24/7 at NO COST to residents:
- ¾ Inch Hose Fill – great for irregular-shaped jugs
- Jug Fill – for standard jugs up to 5 gallons (18.9L)
Note:  Bulk water tanks are NOT accepted

STORM DEBRIS & BRUSH DISPOSAL
FREE drop-off for HBM residents (no trunks or stumps):
- 6th Line Transfer Station
 - All Peterborough County Depots:
     Douro Depot – 713 County Road 4
     Millbrook Depot – 1111 County Road 10
     Centreline Depot – 1275 County Road 24
     Havelock Depot – 649 County Road 46
     Buckhorn Depot – 2467 County Road 36
     Peterborough County City Waste Management Facility – 1260 Bensfort Road
Note:  Please place brush in designated areas and follow signage at each depot.

SPOILED FOOD WASTE DROP-OFF
Small quantity food waste recycling is available at HBM Transfer Stations.
Accepting FREE for composting until April 14th, 2025:
- Peterborough County/City Waste Management Facility, 1260 Bensfort Rd, Otonabee-South Monaghan

WARMING & DEVICE CHARGING CENTRES
-   Township warming & Charging centres are now closed.
-   Havelock & Cordova Libraries remain available.  Check hours at : hbmlibrary.on.ca

ACCESS TO SHOWERS
Available at the HBM Community Centre arena:
-  To reserve a change room w/ shower
    Call 705-778-2891
    Email: jstorey@hbmtwp.ca

CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY REMINDERS
Never use generators near windows, doors, or vents
-  Avoid BBQs/grills indoors or in garages
-  Check that wood stoves vent properly
-  Install & test CO detectors regularly
-  Refuel generators outside and only when cool
-  Don’t overload your generator – follow guidelines

FOOD SAFETY TIPS FOR POWER OUTAGES
When in doubt, throw it out!
-  Meats, dairy, eggs, and leftovers spoil after 2+ hrs above 4°C (40°F)
-  Check for mould – clean small spots, call pros for large areas
-  Tip: Check with local officials for disposal assistance

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