08/15/2026
🚨 SATURDAY, AUGUST 15 STORM RECOVERY UPDATE
We’re hearing from a few more residents who had their power restored overnight! We’re hopeful this continues throughout the day. 💡
🌳 Festival Park-Saturday Support
Several services will be available at Festival Park today, including:
• Verizon charging & Wi-Fi accessibility van: 9 AM–5 PM (weather dependent)
• Sizzlebox Food Truck: 12–4 PM (They will be selling food)
• Amazon InCommunities Team: 1–4 PM, distributing snacks & water
• Tocayos Food Truck: 4–6 PM, handing out meals (while supplies last)
• HFD Dive Truck: charging stations & air condition
• Portable shower trailers are also being delivered to Festival Park this morning. These will be available for residents to get a shower, free of charge. Please bring your own towels and soap.
🗑️ Dump Fees Waived
Dump fees are currently being waived for Hobart residents who need to dispose of spoiled food, water-damaged items, or debris from the storm.
Sat: 8AM-11:45AM
Mon-Fri: 7AM-2:45PM
đźš§ Cleanup & Restoration
Crews continue working throughout the city on storm cleanup and restoration efforts. We appreciate everyone’s patience as this work continues.
📞 Report Storm Damage
Residents are encouraged to report storm damage and request assistance. You can do this by calling 211 or visiting their website. This helps connect you with available resources, support services, and ensures damage is properly documented for recovery efforts.
We know there is still a lot of work ahead, but we’re encouraged by the progress we’re seeing and will continue to keep residents updated. 💙