Trash Talk: Memphis Waste Stuck in the Deep Freeze

Trash talk: Memphis waste stuck in the deep freeze

A thaw on city streets at week’s end gives way to another cold snap complicating plans to resume solid waste services and continue clearing streets.

Solid Waste Collection Schedule Update Jan 29, 2026

Safety is our top priority as we work to resume solid waste collection following the recent severe winter weather. Crews must be able to safely navigate streets, alleys, and collection routes, and disposal facilities must be operating safely, before service can restart.The City is assessing conditions across Memphis each day, including neighborhood streets and shaded areas that are slower to clear and more likely to refreeze. We are also coordin…