05/28/2025
E.L. Harvey - New Bedford Responds to Local Concerns Following Facility Fire - Efforts Underway to Address Local Impacts with Proactive Sanitation and Safety Measures
New Bedford, MA – 5/28/2025 – In the wake of the recent fire at our E.L. Harvey facility in New Bedford, we understand that residents within a half mile of the facility have observed an increase in rodent activity. We want the public to know we hear you, and we have been taking immediate action.
What We’re Doing:
• Partnering with licensed pest control firms to implement a comprehensive rodent abatement strategy throughout our property and nearby areas.
• Conducting daily inspections and installing additional traps and bait stations at strategic locations.
• Collaborating with the City of New Bedford and public health authorities to address concerns.
• We’ve invested more than $6 million dollars in upgrades to the facility over the last two years which will help mitigate some of these issues. The transfer station enhancements were recently completed.
We extend our sincere appreciation for your continued patience and cooperation as we address the aftermath of the recent fire and its associated challenges.
About E.L. Harvey – New Bedford
E.L. Harvey – New Bedford is a trusted provider of waste management and recycling services, committed to serving the needs of businesses, municipalities, and residents throughout the New Bedford area. Our mission is to deliver efficient, sustainable solutions while maintaining strong partnerships with the communities we serve. For more information, visit https://www.elharveynewbedford.com
