Winter Storm Mara: Disposal Guidance

Gov. Abbott Issued an Ice Storm Disaster Declaration Feb. 4

Managing Your Debris

Cleaning Up Debris

Remember some of the debris could be recyclable. Follow these guidelines to separate debris according to type and dispose of it properly:

• Managing Debris from Disasters
• Request for Approval of Temporary Debris Management Site

MSW Temporary Authorization Requirements for Winter Storm Mara

• Include the permit number, facility name, and county.
• Describe the specifics of the TA request (example: extended operating hours on Saturday and Sunday) and anticipated length of the request.
• Email the request to MSWPER@tceq.texas.gov. The request can be in email or on letterhead attached to the email.
• No fees or application forms required.

Find an Appropriate Landfill

• Active municipal solid waste landfills
• Municipal Solid Waste Facilities Viewer- Locate MSW facilities on a map.

Animal Carcass Disposal

• Disposing of Animal Carcasses Left Behind by Declared Disasters (RG-591)
  A guide for farm and ranch owners, state agencies, and local authorities when faced with animal mortalities.
• Additional Information from the Texas Animal Health Commission