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N. Fulton city collecting chemical waste

Cans of unused paint were just some of the hazardous waste items collected during a metro Atlanta “Eco Collection” in this 2013 file photo.
Cans of unused paint were just some of the hazardous waste items collected during a metro Atlanta “Eco Collection” in this 2013 file photo.
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By Mitchell Northam

If you’re a Milton resident who has old cans of paint and other hazardous chemical waste taking up space in your home, then you’re in luck.

On Sept. 9 at Cambridge High School, Milton will be collecting hazardous household chemicals. The city will take cans and bottles of chemicals off its resident’s hands for free from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This is event is for Milton residents only and pre-registration is required. Registration forms can be completed on the city's website.

Items accepted at the event include latex paints, oil-based paints, aerosol paints, gasoline, kerosene, transmission fluid, brake fluids, gardening chemicals, pool chemicals, household cleaning products, items containing mercury, lightbulbs and household batteries.