There is now another sense of normalcy in the neighborhood as one of the enduring reminders of the devastation caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton has been removed from the landscape.
When the destructive winds and storm surge struck the area just weeks apart in the late summer, crews in Treasure Island used a large parking lot and a neighboring park as a gathering location for the literal mountains of debris that were left behind.
A large portion of the debris was left over from Hurricane Helene’s fury, which was only partially cleaned when Hurricane Milton added to it.
The city’s video footage reveals that the streets were clear and the pile had vanished on November 14.
“Debris management was a top priority for the city in the aftermath of these unprecedented storms,” Treasure Island city officials stated on Facebook. “Recognizing the safety and health risks posed by storm debris, the city quickly responded to the needs of our community by securing additional debris management contractors to expedite the cleanup process.”
According to officials, cleaning up trash following a large hurricane can take anywhere from four to six months in many Florida cities.
“Yet, here we are today, a little over a month after being struck by two hurricanes, and nearly all storm debris has been removed,” city officials stated. “While there is still some work left to do, this rapid progress is a testament to the dedication and hard work of city staff, who have remained focused on getting Treasure Island back on its feet as quickly as possible.”
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After raking the park to get rid of any little debris, crews will reseed the area and test for toxins.
