Town of Hope Mills issued the following announcement on Oct. 1.
Please be advised, due to potential severe weather conditions caused by Hurricane Ian, Waste Management Company has suspended the Friday route of household waste collections. We apologize for the delay. We will provide updates, if they become available.
Wind gusts of 40 to 50 mph could result in scattered power outages and some wind damage across the sandhills.
Stay safe and avoid unnecessary travel until the severe weather passes through Cumberland County and the surrounding counties.
Do not drive across any low-lying areas with water on the road. Remember, "Turn around, don't drown!"
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