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Huntington is having a problem with improper disposal of storm debris

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After the recent storms, many people are dealing with tree limbs and debris that was left behind.

The Huntington storm water committee met Tuesday night to discuss those problems.

Some people in Huntington are taking that debris and throwing it into creeks which is causing issues with the storm water system.

The city cleaned several creeks to avoid flooding and are under a mandate by the Environmental Protection Agency to clean up.

Huntington officials are urging residents to dispose of the debris properly.