IDEM Reminds Citizens to Dispose of Debris from Friday’s Storms Safely

The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) advises residents affected by the recent storms and tornadoes on Friday to exercise caution when managing debris. Debris can pose a risk to health and safety if not handled properly.

IDEM has the following fact sheets available to help citizens deal with some of things they may encounter:

• Emergency Burning for Disasters
• Emergency Asbestos Debris Management
• Household Hazardous Waste

It is always important to follow the instructions of your local emergency authorities in the disaster recovery process.