Sioux Center residents will have an opportunity to dispose of hazardous household materials at a free event on Thursday, Sept. 10, from 3-5:30 p.m.
The annual Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off will be held at the Sioux Center Fire Station south parking lot. Many items are accepted free of charge. This is a residential collection day only. Commercial hazardous waste is not accepted.
Household Hazardous Materials are materials that are corrosive, flammable, toxic or reactive. Products that are hazardous usually have labels such as DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
Accepted items include:
Degreasers
Batteries (cell phone, rechargeable, lithium)
Waxes & Polishes
Solvents
Lacquers & Thinners
Caustic Household Cleaners
Spot & Stain Removers
Compact Fluorescent Light (CFL) bulbs
Pesticides & Herbicides
Oil Based Paints
Latex Paint
While most items are accepted for free, latex paint will have a $1 per gallon fee.
For more information about the Household Hazardous Waste collection, visit the Northwest Iowa Area Solid Waste Agency website at www.nwialandfill.com or call the agency at (712) 324-4026.
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