Storm damage updates: resources, closures and information

Tempe, AZ - The City of Tempe is continuing to assess the significant damage from yesterday's storm. Updates and answers to frequently asked questions are below. Watch a press conference to hear the information in a video format. A resource page can be found at tempe.gov/TempeStorm. We know that many people have experienced significant damage due to the storm. We ask residents to avoid flooded or damaged areas and use caution when traveling as crews continue restoration efforts throughout the city. Be mindful of children around pooled water, flowing canals or basins, and damaged pool fences. What to do if you see trees or debris down on public property: If debris is blocking intersections, major roadways, alleyways or poses a safety concern, call 480-350-8311. If debris is not blocking major areas or is not an immediate hazard, call 480-350-4311. What to do if a tree or debris is down in your private property: The city cannot respond to debris that has fallen on residential or commercial property. Residents have a few options for debris cleanup: The City of Tempe will provide additional green organics pickups for residences in the most heavily hit areas. Call 480-350-4311 to report the needs for your neighborhood. Please cut your trees to less than four feet in length and 19” in diameter so that it can be picked up. Residents have two options for debris placement: Curbside Collection: Place all items on your property line, in the street or front edge of driveway. Do not block the sidewalk. Alley Collection: Place all items in the alley along your fence line. Do not block the alley. Rent a roll-off container from Tempe. Chop up the debris and contact a landscaper for cleanup if you require a more immediate response. We appreciate your patience as we assess and work through neighborhood needs. What to do if your home is unlivable: The City of Tempe and the American Red Cross are providing a temporary emergency shelter at Escalante Multi-Generational Center, 2150 E. Orange St. Anyone displaced by the storm may go there to receive assistance. Sonesta ES Suites Tempe (5075 S. Priest Drive) and Sonesta Simply Suites (1335 W. Baseline Road) are offering special rates for displaced residents. Contact Catherine Alexander at catherine.alexander@sonesta.com or 480-777-0440 to make a reservation. Bicycle Cellar is offering free bike storage for displaced residents who need a place to temporarily store a bike. U-Haul is offering people affected by the storms a free 30-day self-storage and U-Box container. The offer is valid for all Arizona locations. What to do if you think you might have a gas leak: If you suspect a gas leak, call 911 and Southwest Gas at 877-860-6020. You do not need to be a customer to call Southwest Gas. What city facilities are closed? Jaycee Park Splash Pad is closed Palmer Park playground is closed; the rest of the park remains open Clark Park dog park is closed but the rest of the park remains open Kiwanis Park north parking lot and pathway around the lake are closed. Corbell, Jaycee and Papago parks have sustained tree damage but remain open. Select courts at Kiwanis Tennis Center remain closed due to damage from a previous storm. If you are out in our public spaces, please be careful and aware of your surroundings. If you see damaged trees, especially hanging limbs, please call 480-350-4311. How to help: Tempe Community Action Agency is ready to accept food and hygiene donations. They are also available to help anyone impacted by the storm. TCAA is located at 2146 E. Apache Blvd. People may donate funds online. The agency is especially in need of these items: Meats Eggs Instant potatoes Rice Beans Dried milk Shelf-stable items Hygiene products Thank you Thank you to everyone who is working together to help friends and neighbors after this storm. Your efforts not only help people during this emergency, but also bring us together as a community. For updates and safety information, please follow the City of Tempe and Tempe Fire Medical Rescue Department official social media channels.