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Storm Surge Warning Canceled For Bristol, Trash Pickup Normal

The town will resume regular operations Monday, and trash service will not be delayed due to Tropical Storm Henri.

Sailboats were thrown on the shore in Jamestown, as Tropical Storm Henri kicked up high seas in Rhode Island.
Sailboats were thrown on the shore in Jamestown, as Tropical Storm Henri kicked up high seas in Rhode Island. (Courtesy Chris Bowley)

BRISTOL, RI — After Tropical Storm Henri swept through Rhode Island Sunday, business a usual is set to resume in Bristol on Monday.

The National Weather Service canceled the storm surge warning for the town, Town Administrator Steven Contente said.

Throughout town, cleanup efforts were underway starting Sunday evening. The Public Works Department worked to clear fallen tree limbs and debris, while the Sewer Department kept close watch on two pump stations that were operating on backup power.

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Town offices will reopen as scheduled Monday, Contente said, and trash and recycling pickup will not be delayed.

Read more: Post-Henri Power Restoration Expected To Take 'Days' In RI

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