FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. – City offices, including Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks and Recreation Centers closed at 2 p.m. on Jan. 9 due to the impact of inclement weather. The forecast predicts severe thunderstorms with heavy rain, strong winds and possible tornadoes.
The Fayetteville Area System of Transit (FAST) Center will close at 4 p.m. along with their bus operations.
There will be a delay in solid waste collections. Collections in these areas will resume Jan. 10.
Household waste collection delay: Devonwood, Valley Forge and Lakeshore Neighborhoods. Yard Waste collection delay: Arboretum Place, Bryce Creek Lane, Cotton Drive, Alloway Place, Kirkwood Place, Kirkwood Road, Forest Creek Drive, Overton Place, Baker Street, Shadow Oak Drive, Highgrove Court, and Cliffdale Road in between South McPherson and Morganton Road.
Recycling collections will continue pickup as regular schedule.
The Fayetteville Regional Airport Administration offices will close at 2 p.m. For questions on travel and flight schedules, travelers should contact their airline directly.
All essential services such as law enforcement and fire will continue to operate as normal.
“I urge everyone to prioritize safety as our City and surrounding community faces a significant risk of high winds and potential for flooding as we face impending severe weather,” Mayor Mitch Colvin stated. “Our city is committed to ensuring your well-being, and our dedicated City Staff will continue to provide excellent service now, and throughout every emergency. Stay informed, stay prepared, and together, we will navigate this storm with resilience and strength.””
City offices and services will resume on regular hours Jan. 10.
According to the National Weather Services, another storm system may bring additional heavy rain and strong gusty winds Friday night into Saturday.
Additional updates will be provided as necessary and will be posted to the City’s website and social media.
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