Brooks Landfill Closing Today Due To High Winds In Wichita City

Press release from City of Wichita:

February 4, 2021

Brooks C&D Landfill will close today at noon due to a wind advisory issued by the National Weather Service. Winds are expected to reach speeds of 25 to 35 miles per hour (mph), with gusts up to 50 mph.

Winds this strong can cause property damage and flying debris, and create safety issues for employees, residents visiting the landfill and equipment.

The wind advisory is slated to expire overnight and the landfill is scheduled to reopen tomorrow, Friday, February 5, at 7:30 a.m.

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