DC 33 Strike Information

This page is designed to help Philadelphia residents navigate essential city services during the ongoing union strike. Here, you’ll find up-to-date information on trash drop-off locations, open pools and cooling centers, emergency services, and how to avoid misinformation—especially about 911 and water safety. Our goal is to keep you informed and connected to the resources you need during this time.

🗑️ Sanitation & Trash Drop‑Off

Residential curbside trash/recycling suspended effective July 1, 2025. Instead:

  • 63 temporary drop‑off sites open Mon–Sat, 6 a.m.–10 p.m.; open starting 5 p.m. on July 1.
  • Six permanent Sanitation Convenience Centers also open daily 6 a.m.–10 p.m. (recycling accepted only here).
  • 8-bag limit per visit. Put out only on your normal collection day at these sites.
  • Do NOT dump illegally – fines apply.

🔗 Official drop‑off map & list: Temporary Waste Drop‑Off Sites

📞 For questions, call Philly 311

🏊 Pools, Spraygrounds, Rec Centers & Cooling

  • 25 city-operated pools open (down from ~62).
  • All 112 spraygrounds remain open.
  • Rec centers open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; evening programs suspended; summer day camps continue.
  • All designated cooling centers remain open during extreme heat.

📞 Parks & Rec inquiries: call 311 or check online.
🔗 For pool locations and open list, see the Parks & Recreation website’s pool schedule.

🚨 Emergency & Water Services

  • 911 dispatch & emergency services remain active, though expect longer wait times—please do not hang up.
  • Police are staffing dispatch to support operations.
  • Water treatment and quality testing continue uninterrupted; staff cross‑trained for 24/7 operations.
  • Non‑urgent water services delayed—call 215‑685‑6300 for emergencies.

✅ Combatting Misinformation

MythReality
“911 is down—don’t call.”911 is fully operational; expect delays, but calls are answered. Don’t hang up.
“Drinking water is unsafe.”Philly Water Dept. ensures continued water treatment and monitoring. Emergency repairs prioritized; call 215‑685‑6300 for urgent issues.

📺 Latest Info — Press Conference Highlights

📚 Resources & Contacts

  • 311 – general city services
  • 911 – emergencies
  • Parks & Rec / Pools / Cooling: 311 or Parks & Rec website
  • Water Dept Emergencies: 215‑685‑6300
  • Sanitation drop‑off details: use 311 or visit Phila.gov

🧭 Summary for Philly Residents

  • ✅ Trash? → Take to one of 63 temporary sites (or six recycling centers).
  • ✅ Need to cool off? → Cooling centers and spraygrounds are open; 25 pools are functioning.
  • ✅ Emergency help? → 911 still answers, though wait times may be longer.
  • ✅ Water safety? → All systems operational; call if you see issues.
  • ✅ Anything else? → Library access may be limited, full details at Free Library site.