Tropical Storm Isaias Brush Pickup Continues In Howell

HOWELL, NJ – Weeks after Tropical Storm Isaias shook the Garden State with hurricane-force winds, heavy rain and isolated tornadoes, Howell Township remains in the thick of restoration efforts. The township issued an update on Aug. 25 regarding debris cleanup:

“In response to the widespread tree and vegetative damage Howell incurred on 4 August 2020 from Tropical Storm Isaias, Howell DPW continues the town wide brush pickup,” reads a statement on the municipal website. “To date we have completed Zones F, G and H, and are more than halfway through I. Once done with Zone I, we will follow with Zones J, A, B, C, D and E.”

Howell Township urges residents to follow the cleanup guidelines below:

• Stack brush against curb with all ends facing the same direction
• Maximum size brush size is 8 feet in length
• Additional brush can be dropped off at the Recycling Center (located at 278 Old Tavern Rd. The center is open seven days a week from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
• Leaf piles will not be accepted

To locate your zone, click here.

For more information, contact the Department of Public Works Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at (732) 938-4500 ext. 2450.

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