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Household Hazardous Waste Day

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DAYSATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 20219:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

DELIVERY

• For your own protection, deliver the hazardous waste material labeled in the trunk of your car or box of truck.
• DO NOT mix materials.
• All materials must be clearly marked.
• If the container is damaged, package the container in a plastic bag in order not to spill it during the journey to the collection site.
• Wash your hands thoroughly after handling the chemicals.

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