The Middlesex County Division of Solid Waste Management will hold a household hazardous-waste drop-off day 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 20 in parking lot No. 2 at Middlesex County College, 2600 Woodbridge Ave., Edison.
Household hazardous wastes that are improperly disposed of are identified as a danger to children and animals, a potential cause of groundwater pollution and a potential threat to garbage-collection crews.
Acceptable materials that county residents may bring for disposal include, but are not limited to: pesticides/herbicides; flammable liquids; solvents; pool chemicals; used motor oil; oil filters; paints; batteries; antifreeze; propane tanks; fluorescent light bulbs including compact fluorescent bulbs (no broken bulbs); and asbestos. Residents who wish to bring asbestos (maximum 500 pounds) must register by calling 732-745- 4170.
Materials that will not be accepted are alkaline batteries, tires, electronics, explosives and munitions, infectious/medical waste, household medications, appliances/ furniture, unknown materials and empty containers.
Residents who wish to dispose of tires and electronics should contact the division for information regarding separate tire and electronics recycling programs.
The drop-off day is sponsored by the Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders and is conducted in cooperation with Middlesex County College.
The free event is open to residents of Middlesex County only. Items should be brought in clearly marked containers.
For more information, call 732-745- 4170, email [email protected] or log on to www.co.middlesex.nj.us/planningboard/ solidwaste.asp.