Bin collection changes announced in Preston due to heatwave
Preston bin collections times have been changed due to the hot weather this week...
Waste and recycling crews will be collecting from 6am today (Wednesday, June 24) and for the rest of this week.
Preston City Council said this is to ensure the safety and wellbeing of staff working in the heat, with temperatures predicted to reach between 30C and 35C.
Crews will also be provided with caps and water and are able to take extra hydration breaks.
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What time should bins be put out?
The city council is asking all residents to put their bins out ready by 6am from Wednesday onwards.
Live in South Ribble or Chorley?
Those living in Chorley and South Ribble are also being asked to put their bins out early this week.
In Chorley, waste and recycling crews will be starting their rounds slightly earlier on Wednesday (June 24) and Thursday (June 25).
Bins should be put out ready for collection by 6am, instead of the usual 7am.
In South Ribble, bins will be collected from 6.30am rather than the usual time of 7.30am on Wednesday and Thursday.