Bluffton cancels annual May River Cleanup. Here’s how you can still help
The town of Bluffton has canceled its annual May River cleanup and is instead asking residents to pick up litter in their neighborhood and post photos on social media, the town announced Wednesday.
Bluffton canceled the cleanup, scheduled for May 2, due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster’s “home or work” order.
“The virtual Neighborhood Cleanup gives families an opportunity to contribute to the overall well-being of Bluffton as we protect the May River and our regional natural resources and marine species from litter and pollution,” the release said.
Residents are encouraged to pick up trash in their neighborhoods and upload photos to the town’s Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts with the hashtag #loveblufftonsc.
The announcement included a list of safety precautions for the virtual neighborhood cleanup:
▪ Practice social distancing while cleaning up litter in your neighborhood by maintaining at least 6 feet between you and another person.
▪ Be aware of vehicle traffic at all times.
▪ Do not pick up any sharp and/or hazardous items.
▪ Wear the appropriate clothing.
▪ Do not leave trash on the side of the road. Please dispose of your items appropriately by placing them in your curbside trash receptacle.
▪ Wash your hands when finished.
For now, the statewide Beach/River Sweep organized by the South Carolina Sea Grant Consortium and the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is still scheduled for Sept. 19.
