One of Erie’s beloved spots is getting a lot of attention today.
Crews are back inside Erie Cemetery, working through the devastating storm damage that left many parts of the property unsafe.
Cleanup efforts began Wednesday.
Cleanup efforts are still ongoing one week after the devastating storms that swept through Erie. One of the hardest-hit locations was Erie Cemetery, prompting crews to begin cleanup efforts across the grounds to make the cemetery safe again as the long road to recovery lies ahead.
“As you can see behind me, crews are tearing into storm damage. The executive director of Erie Cemetery tells me this is just the start,” Stephanie Logue reported.
“We have crews in here now that started yesterday. They’re basically trying to get all the roads cleared, and then we’ll start working section by section on the cleanup,” explained David Linderle, executive director of Erie Cemetery.
Linderle also shared that the cleanup will take several weeks, with teams working around the clock and hoping to finish before winter. He says some scheduled events may need to be canceled or postponed because large portions of the cemetery remain unsafe and inaccessible.
The community has been reaching out nonstop, asking how they can help and wanting updates as crews push through the recovery effort.
For many, the cemetery is more than a resting place. It’s a piece of the city’s history and one of its most beautiful landscapes.
“Well, it reinforces the importance of the cemetery and its history. Many people spend a lot of time here. It just reinforces what we know, which is that the cemetery is a jewel and a real asset for the community,” Linderle said.
A representative from Mayor Daria Devlin’s team informed Erie News Now that the city remains under a state of emergency as crews continue cleaning up the devastating damage.
The latest information can be found at erie.pa.us/StormCleanup.