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DeKalb County hosts free spring hazardous waste recycle event

DeKalb County residents may safely dispose of hazardous household waste during a recyling event this spring. AJC file photo
DeKalb County residents may safely dispose of hazardous household waste during a recyling event this spring. AJC file photo
By Juanita Love
Feb 28, 2020

The DeKalb County Sanitation Division will host a household hazardous waste recycling event 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 21 at the Sanitation Division’s Central Transfer Station, 3720 Leroy Scott Drive, Decatur, according to a press release.

During the event, county residents will have an opportunity to properly dispose of dangerous household items that are no longer in use. Hazardous materials, such as aerosols, batteries, adhesives, flammables, lawn care products, fluorescent light bulbs, photo chemicals, paint, paint-related products and artist supplies, will be accepted. Paint will be limited to 10 gallons per vehicle.

Agricultural waste, ammunition, radioactive materials, pharmaceuticals, biohazardous and biomedical waste will not be accepted.

Participation is free and open only to DeKalb County residents. Proof of residency may be requested.

Information: 404-294-2900 or sanitation@dekalbcountyga.gov

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