MOLINE, Ill. — A derecho blew through the Quad Cities region Monday night, snapping trees and scattering debris. The storm produced several tornadoes, according to the National Weather Service, with wind speeds equivalent to that of a category two hurricane.
Over 60,000 people reported power outages. Significant damage was reported along Highway 20 in the Cambridge/Kewanee area. The Quad Cities metro also took a hit after a tornado traveled from Davenport into part of Bettendorf and crossed the river before dissipating in East Moline.
City crews and community members across the area are busy picking up the pieces. News 8 has compiled debris removal information for multiple municipalities so residents can know what to expect.
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Davenport
City of Davenport Public Works crews continue the storm clean-up effort this week as they clear tree debris from the roads. If you see a downed tree in the roadway, you can submit a request to the City's website, or call (563)-326-7923.
More information on the City's storm response can be found here.
Bettendorf
The City of Bettendorf is waiving the use of yard waste stickers through Friday, July 26. Crews will collect any tree or brush material under 6 inches in diameter and cut down to a maximum length of five feet. Smaller waste is asked to be bagged up but can't weigh more than 50 pounds.
Moline
According to a Facebook post, public works crews with the City of Moline are actively removing debris from roadways throughout the week.
Moline will also be conducting a city-wide brush pick-up starting on Tuesday, July 23. Crews will collect tree limbs and brush in residential areas. Limbs and brush must be under six inches in diameter, under six feet in length and placed at the curb in front of the residence. Bushes, shrubs and other yard waste will not be collected.
Anyone with questions can call (309) 524-2400.
Rock Island
News 8 received the following statement in an email from the City of Rock Island on Tuesday morning after the storms:
"According to Public Works Director Mike Bartels, crews were called in after the storm to address several trees and limbs blocking streets and alleys. Crews worked until approximately 11 p.m. last night.
This morning the City has received 16 requests for downed trees and or limbs thus far. Crews will be out addressing the storm cleanup throughout the day."
East Moline
East Moline residents are asked to leave any branches at the curb. They must be cut into four-foot sections. City officials say they will do a final run-through on Monday so residents have time to work over the weekend. Anyone who won't have debris ready to go by Monday is asked to email emsecretary@eastmoline.com with details.
Galesburg
News 8 received the following information from Galesburg city officials regarding debris removal.
"A significant storm moved through Galesburg on July 15, 2024, which brought down multiple tree limbs and power lines. City staff are working to clear all limbs and storm debris from the public roadways and right-of-ways. In instances in which power lines are involved, city staff are unable to clear the debris until after Ameren has addressed the power lines and provided clearance for city staff. As the storm affected a large portion of Ameren's territory, this process may take time as crews work overtime to complete the needed clean-up and repairs. The closed roadways can be viewed on the road closure map on the city's website, which will be updated as roadways are cleared and re-opened.
"Residents can drop off storm debris at the oversized brush and limb drop-off, located at 636 Pickard Road. The drop-off site will be open for extended hours for the next two weeks, operating from Wednesday through Sunday each week (July 17 - 21 and July 24 - 28), with hours from 7:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday, and 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. on Friday - Sunday. Additional information on the oversized brush and limb drop-off site can be found on the city's website.
"City crews will be out in full force to address the first round of storm clean-up necessary to clear roadways and address the most severe storm damage. After the first wave of crucial clean-up is complete, the city will further assess the extent of the storm damage, and provide additional information regarding any further remediation, or storm clean-up assistance.
"Storm clean-up resources and answers to frequently asked questions:
- The City will clear all trees and limbs from public property, such as the street, terrace/right of way, and public parks.
- The City will clear all downed city-owned trees (those planted on city property, including the right-of-way), regardless of where they fall, including if they fall on privately owned property.
- Residents are responsible for clearing downed trees or limbs from their own privately owned trees, except for the portions that may have fallen on the roadway or right of way, as city forces will clear all debris from the roadway and right of way.
- Smaller sections of limbs and branches may be placed at the curb for the standard yard waste pick-up. The guidelines for this process are noted in the bullets below, and more details can be found on the yard waste page of the city's website.
- Yard waste may be bundled in lengths no more than 5 feet and less than 50 pounds in weight.
- Tie for the bundles must be degradable.
- No single piece of brush may be greater than 5 inches in diameter.
- For any issues involving power lines or power outages, residents should contact Ameren. The Ameren power outage map can be found at: https://www.ameren.com/illinois/outage-center/main.
- The Galesburg road closure map can be found at: https://arcg.is/TCzq0
"City forces will continue to work as quickly as possible to ensure debris is cleared and roads are opened expeditiously. If supplemental storm clean-up is necessitated, additional information will be provided by the city. For more information, or questions not addressed in the bullets above, please contact the Public Works Department at 309-345-3623. "
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