Due to the severe winter weather conditions, Metro Water Services (MWS) has announced that trash and recycling collection services will not be provided on Friday. Furthermore, all Metro convenience centers will remain closed on Friday and Saturday, with plans to resume regular operations on Tuesday, January 14.
Trash collection services are expected to resume on Monday, January 13, contingent on weather conditions. Monday will also serve as a make-up day for customers impacted by the Friday service disruption. Residents are encouraged to hold their recycling until the next scheduled collection day or to use any nearby Metro convenience centers or recycling drop-off locations free of charge. Residents should place trash carts out the night before their collection day and can download the Nashville Waste and Recycling App to receive service alerts.
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Additionally, MWS has temporarily halted scheduled water main work to allow repair crews to prioritize potential water emergencies within the distribution system. Homeowners are advised to protect their pipes, as water expands when it freezes, leading to a risk of pipe breakage. In case of frozen or broken pipes, residents should contact a plumber, as MWS does not address private plumbing issues.
Pipes most at risk include those exposed to severe cold, such as outdoor hose bibs, swimming pool supply lines, water sprinkler lines, and backflow preventers. Water supply pipes in unheated areas like basements, crawl spaces, attics, garages, or against poorly insulated exterior walls are also susceptible.
To prevent frozen pipes, homeowners should consider the following measures:
– Keep garage doors closed if water supply lines are present.
– Close vents to crawl spaces and cover outdoor spigots.
– Open kitchen and bathroom cabinet doors to allow warm air circulation, keeping harmful chemicals out of children’s reach.
– Let water drip from faucets served by exposed pipes during very cold weather.
– Maintain a consistent thermostat temperature day and night.
– If leaving home during cold weather, set the heat to no lower than 55°F.
– Insulate backflow preventers and use a heater if necessary.
To safely thaw a frozen pipe, keep the faucet open and apply heat using an electric heating pad, hair dryer, space heater, or towels soaked in hot water. Avoid using open flame devices. If unable to thaw the pipe or locate the frozen area, contact a licensed plumber. Check all home faucets for additional frozen pipes.
Locating your water shut-off valve is crucial to prevent further damage in case of a burst pipe. The valve may be found in the basement, under the kitchen sink, in a utility closet, near the hot water heater, or in a crawl space. Test the valve to ensure it functions properly. If you cannot locate it or do not have one installed, consult a plumber.
As temperatures rise, MWS anticipates an increase in water main breaks due to ground shifts. Report any potential breaks to MWS at 615-862-4600 if you notice water bubbling up in a roadway, flowing unusually, or experience a water outage or unexplained low pressure. Active break investigations can be viewed on the MWS Outage map.
For more information, please visit the [Clean Water Nashville website](https://www.cleanwaternashville.org/).
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Nashville Prepares for Upcoming Winter Storm
A winter storm is expected in Nashville and Davidson County, with potential snowfall of 4 to 6 inches starting January 10th. The Nashville Department of Transportation and Multimodal Infrastructure (NDOT) is preparing by pre-treating roads and having snowplows ready, with crews set to work in 12-hour shifts. Mayor Freddie O’Connell and NDOT Director Diana Alarcon have assured residents that they are ready to handle the weather and encourage caution and staying informed. NDOT has also updated its snow removal routes for efficiency and will use hubNashville for data gathering and reporting.