Loads of tires, old mattresses and other unwanted items were dropped off in Mission on Saturday as the city prepared residents ahead of hurricane season.

The city held a community roundup event at 1400 S. Conway Ave. where residents were allowed to drop off bulky items and tires.

The city says preventing illegal dumping is important, especially in flood-prone areas.

A total of 500 tires were collected, and the city says they plan to hold more of these events in the coming months.