Hurricane Ian Information
Free Clean Up Week at Brunswick County Landfill for Hurricane Ian Debris is Oct. 10-15 (Storm-Related Yard Waste and Construction/Demolition Debris Only)
Key Points
- Brunswick County residents and property owners can drop off storm-related construction and demolition debris and vegetative/yard debris for free at the Brunswick County Landfill Oct. 10-15
- Storm-related construction and demolition debris and vegetative/yard debris must be separated into different loads to be accepted at the Landfill.
- All storm-related vegetative/yard debris items should be less than 4 feet long. Items longer than 4 feet may be subject to normal tipping fees.
- Property Owners Associations must contact Operation Services as soon as possible if they plan to contract haulers to help with debris clean up in their communities
MEDIA RELEASE
BOLIVIA N.C.— Brunswick County will hold a free clean up week at the Brunswick County Landfill in Bolivia Oct. 10-15 for county residents and property owners to dispose of certain debris following Hurricane Ian. During this week, only storm-related construction and demolition debris and vegetative/yard debris is accepted at no charge.
Storm-related construction and demolition debris and vegetative/yard debris must be separated into different loads to be accepted at the Landfill.
All storm-related vegetative/yard debris items should be less than 4 feet long. Items longer than 4 feet may be subject to normal tipping fees.
Regular rates for household trash or other materials disposed at the Landfill during this week will still apply. This free cleanup week does not apply at Brunswick County convenience centers.
Individuals will need to show proof of Brunswick County property ownership or residency to drop off items for free. Businesses and commercial vehicles will still be charged normal tipping fees.
Important Note for Property Owners Associations
Property Owners Associations (POAs) using contracted haulers for debris clean up in their communities must contact Brunswick County Operation Services for verification before arriving at the Landfill.
Contact Solid Waste and Recycling Coordinator Rebecca Ladson as soon as possible during regular business hours to coordinate:
- Phone: 910.253.2524
- Email: rebecca.ladson@brunswickcountync.gov
Brunswick County Landfill Information
- Location: 172 Landfill Road NE, Bolivia, NC 28422
- Hours of Operation:
- Monday-Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Saturday: 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Individuals with questions can contact Brunswick County Operation Services at 910.253.2520.
Need to get rid of items now? County residents and property owners can bring yard waste to the Brunswick County Landfill or county convenience centers for associated fees during regular business hours.
Yard waste should not be placed in your household trash or recycling bins.
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Media Inquiries
For media inquiries, contact the Communications Director at 910.253.2995 or email meagan.kascsak@brunswickcountync.gov.
Quick Links
Brunswick County Utilities After-Hours Emergencies
910-755-7921
910-371-3490
910-454-0512
Duke Energy Progress Power Outages
Online: www.duke-energy.com/outages
Text OUT to 57801
Call 1-800-419-6356
Report Downed Power Lines: 800-777-9898
Brunswick Electric Membership Cooperation Power Outages
Online: https://outage-trouble.bemc.org/
Text OUTAGE to 800-682-5309
Call 800-682-5309
Previous Media Releases
See previous media releases below.
Brunswick County under Hurricane Warning due to Ian; County Offices Closed Friday (Sept. 29, 2022)
Brunswick County under Hurricane Warning due to Ian; County Offices Closed Friday
MEDIA RELEASE
BOLIVIA, N.C. – Brunswick County is currently under a Hurricane Warning ahead of Ian’s anticipated landfall along the South Carolina coast as a Category 1 hurricane on Friday.
Brunswick County is actively monitoring the storm with our municipal and state partners as well as the National Weather Service in Wilmington (NWS-Wilmington). Any updates from Brunswick County concerning Hurricane Ian will be found at brunswickcountync.gov/ian.
Brunswick County Offices Closed Friday
Brunswick County government offices and libraries are closed to the public Friday, Sept. 30. Essential staff will still report to work to assist with hurricane response efforts.
All Brunswick County Parks and Recreation programs have been canceled for the weekend. Participants should receive direct communication from the Parks and Recreation department with more details. Follow the Parks and Recreation social media channels for further updates.
Update: All curbside trash and recycling routes are cancelled Friday and are rescheduled for pick up Saturday, Oct. 1. Brunswick County convenience centers and landfill are closed Friday.
The Brunswick County Courthouse is closed Friday. Any necessary filings can be made at the alternate filing site, which is the magistrates office in the Brunswick County Detention Facility located at 70 Stamp Act Drive in Bolivia.
Stay Informed
Residents and visitors should also follow the communications channels for their municipality for any safety and travel updates they may issue.
The North Carolina Department of Transportation urges individuals to avoid unnecessary transportation starting Friday through the weekend. Real-time travel updates can be found at DriveNC.Gov.
Follow multiple sources to stay informed about Hurricane Ian, including local news stations, weather apps, and NOAA weather radios. Sign up for CodeRED Emergency Alerts and emergency situation emails or follow Brunswick County on social media for more updates:
- Sign Up For Emergency Alerts
- Sign Up For Emergency Situation Emails
- Follow Brunswick County on social media
Brunswick County has more information and resources on hurricanes at brunswickcountync.gov/hurricanes.
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Media Inquiries
For media inquiries, contact the Communications Director at 910.253.2995 or email meagan.kascsak@brunswickcountync.gov.
Brunswick County Hurricane Ian Update (Sept. 30, 2022)
Brunswick County Hurricane Ian Update (Sept. 30, 2022)
- Brunswick County remains under Tropical Storm Warning, Flood Watch, and Tornado Watch
- Do not drive through flooded roads or around roads with barricades as roads may need to be inspected for safety
- Brunswick County operations expected to resume as normal Saturday, Oct. 1
- Friday curbside trash and recycling customers will now receive pick-up Saturday, Oct. 1
- Update (Oct. 1): The Brunswick Nature Park (2601 River Road SE, Winnabow) and Shallotte District Park (5550 Main Street, Shallotte) are closed to the public due to debris from Hurricane Ian. County officials will keep the park closed until further notice.
MEDIA RELEASE
BOLIVIA, N.C. – Brunswick County is currently under a Tropical Storm Warning, Flood Watch, and Tornado Watch, with a Storm Surge Warning in effect for coastal areas of the county due to Hurricane Ian.
As the hurricane continues inland, the Brunswick County area will still experience strong winds, heavy rains, storm surge, and potential tornado threats into the evening. Individuals are advised to continue to follow the latest weather updates from the National Weather Service in Wilmington (NWS-Wilmington).
“Brunswick County encourages residents and visitors to stay alert and remain off the roads today,” Emergency Services Director Ed Conrow said. “Many reports throughout the day have been related to storm surge, flooded roadways, fallen trees, and downed power lines, although it is too early to assess damages countywide. Brunswick County emergency staff continue to monitor the storm’s impacts and path.”
Roads may be flooded due to heavy rains or storm surge. Do not drive through flooded roads. Do not drive around any barricades put in place as roads may need to be inspected for safety.
The North Carolina Department of Transportation urges individuals to avoid unnecessary transportation Friday through the weekend. Real-time travel updates can be found at DriveNC.Gov.
Individuals can report power outages or downed power lines to their electric company provider via the proper channels listed below.
Brunswick County emergency staff continue respond to the storm and is in communication with our municipal, state and NWS-Wilmington partners. Any updates from Brunswick County concerning Hurricane Ian will be found at brunswickcountync.gov/ian.
County Operations Update
Brunswick County plans to continue normal operations at Brunswick County libraries, landfill, and convenience centers this Saturday, Oct. 1. Brunswick County government offices plan to open to the public as usual on Monday, Oct. 3.
All curbside trash and recycling routes that were canceled Friday will receive pick-up service Saturday, Oct. 1.
All Brunswick County Parks and Recreation programs have been canceled for the weekend. Participants should receive direct communication from the Parks and Recreation department with more details. Follow the Parks and Recreation social media channels for further updates.
Stay Informed
Individuals can find the latest NWS-Wilmington weather briefings and current weather conditions anytime at weather.gov/ilm.
Residents and visitors should also follow the communications channels for their municipality for any safety and travel updates they may issue.
Follow multiple sources to stay informed about Hurricane Ian, including local news stations, weather apps, and NOAA weather radios. Sign up for CodeRED Emergency Alerts and emergency situation emails or follow Brunswick County on social media for more updates:
- Sign Up For Emergency Alerts
- Sign Up For Emergency Situation Emails
- Follow Brunswick County on social media
Brunswick County has more information and resources on hurricanes at brunswickcountync.gov/hurricanes.
Electric and Utilities Emergency Contacts
Brunswick County Utilities After-Hours Emergencies
- 910-755-7921
- 910-371-3490
- 910-454-0512
Duke Energy Progress Power Outages
- Online: www.duke-energy.com/outages
- Text OUT to 57801
- Call 1-800-419-6356
Report Downed Power Lines: 800-777-9898
Brunswick Electric Membership Cooperation Power Outages
- Online: https://outage-trouble.bemc.org/
- Text OUTAGE to 800-682-5309
- Call 800-682-5309
Report Downed Power Lines: 800-842-5871
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Media Inquiries
For media inquiries, contact the Communications Director at 910.253.2995 or email meagan.kascsak@brunswickcountync.gov.
Latest Updates from NWS-Wilmington
Update from Sept. 30, 2022, at 6 p.m. (final update)
- Hurricane Ian made landfall around 2:05 p.m. near Georgetown, SC with 85mph winds, and is expected to weaken quickly through tonight as it moves inland. Ian is now a Post Tropical Storm with 70mph winds about 20 miles NW of Myrtle Beach as of 5 p.m.
- While heavy rain and gusty winds are continuing over parts of the area, conditions should improve further through the evening.
- Water levels will remain elevated through the next couple of high tide cycles, but not as severe as the high tide earlier today that led to substantial inundation in places.
- The tornado threat has ended across the area.
- Weekend weather looks favorable for storm recovery and clean-up efforts.
Never Drive Through Floodwaters or Around Barricades
Roads may be flooded due to Hurricane Ian. Do not drive through flooded roads or around barricades. TURN AROUND DON’T DROWN.
See real-time travel updates from the NCDOT via the button below.