Warmer weather means most of us are busy in the garden and with landscaping projects. šæ Make sure you are properly caring for your household hazardous waste items, including your garden and pest control products! Twin Oaks Landfill is a local resource for hazardous waste disposal. Visit https://twinoakslandfill.com/hhw.asp
to view all accepted materials, and see below for a few guidelines from
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for pesticides and other chemical products.
ā Never reuse empty pesticide containers. Pesticide residues can contaminate the new contents and cause serious harm.
ā Never pour pesticides down the sink, toilet, sewer, or street drain. If pesticides reach waterways, they can harm fish, plants, and other living things.