Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event

07/16/2002
Homes are full of hazardous substances. Detergents, degreasers, household cleaners, automotive lubricants, paint strippers, stain removers, and do-it-yourself aids have made our homes miniature chemical warehouses. These substances may be poisonous, flammable, corrosive, reactive or carcinogenic. Improper disposal may contaminate the air, soil, or water, endangering the environment and our health. Many substances are not readily biodegradable, and concentrate in food chains. Improper use of these products can present a danger to health. They may be ingested, absorbed through the skin, or inhaled. Hazardous products present two types of dangers to health and the environment: acute or chronic. Acute effects are immediate and characterized by severe symptoms with a sudden reaction. Chronic effects are gradual and occur through repeated exposure over an extended period of time. To avoid these scenarios,the best thing to do with a leftover product is to use it according to the label directions or find someone that will use it. Some household hazardous substances, including batteries, used motor oil, and antifreeze can be recycled. Proper disposal, for many household hazardous substances, is utilizing a Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Facility. The City of Lawrence-Douglas County HHW Collection Facility will be open for drop offs on the third Saturday of each month, April through October. <b>When1/2</b> <li>Saturday, July 20, 2002 and on the third Saturday of each month until October.</li> <b>Where1/2</b> <li>Douglas County Public Works Yard</li> <li>711 E. 23rd. Lawrence, KS 66044</li> <li>Turn South from 23rd on either side of overpass</li> <b>They have New Expanded Hours!</b> Call 832-3030 to schedule a drop-off appointment! For a list of what to expect, materials that are accepted, materials that are not accepted, and other details about this event, visit the Lawrence Waste Reduction & Recycling Division at http://www.lawrencerecycles.org/.

Related Links:
Lawrence Waste Reduction & Recycling Division - http://www.lawrencerecycles.org/
Douglas County Public Works Dept. - http://www.douglas-county.com/depts/pw/pw_home.aspx
List of Materials Accepted and Not Accepted - http://recycle.ci.lawrence.ks.us/factsheets/hhwfs.html#materials
Map to Douglas County Public Works Yard - http://www.douglas-county.com/News_Releases/Maps/hazwaste.gif

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