Michaela Meade
Hume residents should delay expectations of storm clean up, as the council struggles to respond to thousands of clean up requests.
More than 2200 clean up requests were received following the October 29 windstorm for Hume, with council reporting that clean up will continue “well into December”.
Craigieburn and Sunbury were the hardest hit Hume suburbs.
According to council, nearly 1280 of all requests were related to tree damage.
Mayor Carly Moore said the council asked for the community to continue to be patient.
“We understand the devastation and frustration the recent storm has created across Hume city, and we thank our community for their patience as we work through the clean-up of trees on footpaths, roads and in parks as quickly as possible,” Cr Moore said.
“Hume City Council spans approximately 504 square kilometres meaning our clean-up job is significant.
“The scale of the impact from this storm is unlike anything we’ve seen before, and we expect that it will take a significant time to clean up.
“Please be assured that our team are working as quickly as we can, with the support of contractors, to make our way through all 2200 requests received.
“Our main priority is the removal of trees and other debris from roads, footpaths and other areas to ensure the safety of our community.”
If a resident notices a fallen tree, branch or fence on a road or footpath that poses a risk to the community, they should contact council, officers said.
Storm damage on public land can be reported online.
Details: 9205 2200 or www.hume.vic.gov.au/reportanissue
