Waste and recycling flood response

As a result of severe flooding across the Island over the past few days, there will be some changes across waste services. 

Collection crews are currently monitoring those roads affected by flooding. For the next two weeks, in flood affected areas ONLY, there will be: 

• An allowance for two additional black bags of side waste — this will run over two weeks covering this week and next week’s general household waste (black bag/bins) collections. 
• Extra food waste will be collected and must be placed out next to food waste caddies.

In addition, for those affected by flooding: 

• While van permits are still required, you do not have to wait for the physical permit to be issued for immediate visits to the household waste and recycling centres (HWRC). Residents should complete the application form, note the reference number and take the number with them to their booked visit.
• You should not attempt to dry out soft furnishings due to contamination from flood water. 

Natasha Dix, service director of waste and environment at the Isle of Wight Council, said: “Our thoughts are with everyone who has been affected by the flooding over the past few days and is now facing that awful clear up.

“We have put these temporary measures in place for the next two weeks.

"We would also like to remind residents that we now have a same day booking facility in place at the HWRCs so if you need to dispose of items quickly as a result of the flooding, you are able to do so — simply visit www.iow.gov.uk, or call (01983 823777) to book your same day trip.” 

For further advice on what do after a flood, please visit council's advice page.