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As Southern California continues to fight against wildfires, Waste Management would like to encourage customers to help prevent heat-related cart and collection truck fires by properly disposing of household hazardous waste, officials said Thursday.
Waste Management in Santa Clarita is encouraging community members to practice proper disposal of hazardous household materials in an effort to help prevent heat-related cart and collection garbage truck fires while protecting the environment.
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“As more residents have taken to staying home during this time, we want to educate them on best practices when disposing of batteries and other household hazardous waste,” said Josh Mann, municipal and community relations manager for Waste Management. “Because safety is our top priority, we are asking community members to follow safe disposal practices in order to keep their loved ones and our dedicated drivers safe.”
Household hazardous materials such as batteries, oil, aerosol cans and household cleaners can spark fires in carts, while in transport or inside recycling facilities. These materials require special handling and should never be disposed of in trash, recycling or green waste containers.
The City of Santa Clarita and other organizations host e-waste events throughout the year for proper disposal of hazardous materials.
Residents can access information on how to properly dispose of their household hazardous waste by visiting the Waste Management website.
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As residents of Los Angeles County, people in the SCV are allowed to drop off hazardous waste at the Nicole Bernson SAFE Center, 10241 N. Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91325 (Corner of Balboa and Devonshire) in the San Fernando Valley. They are open Saturdays and Sundays, 9am – 3pm.