Household Hazardous Waste Collection

January

Author:

Martin AgundezSanitation Crew LeaderSolid Waste

Summary:

This collection event is the safest way to dispose of household hazardous waste products and takes place four times a year.

Published on:

10/8/2008

Time: 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM

Location

City of Yuma North Public Works Yard, 265 W. 13th. Street, Yuma, Arizona (2nd Avenue and 13th Street)

Description

This Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Program takes place four times a year on the second Saturday during the months of January, April, July and October. This free environmental program is the safest way to dispose of household hazardous waste products and is open to all Yuma County residents. It is a recipient of the Arizona Governor's Pride Award.

What Is Household Hazardous Waste?

Household Hazardous Waste is defined as unwanted corrosive, flammable, toxic or reactive material used in your home, car or truck, garden and lawn. Bring these items to an HHW Collection event for safe disposal at no charge:

Motor Oil
Paint
Household Cleaners
Tires (limit 5 off the wheel/no rims)
Anti-freeze
Solvents
Batteries
Pesticides & Fertilizers

No business or commercial waste, explosives, ammunition, pressurized gas or radioactive waste will be accepted.

Worn out tires.

For More Information

Learn more about this event. Para Información en Español hable al 373-4500.

Admission

This free program is open to all City of Yuma and Yuma County residents.

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