Lewis County urges residents to recycle batteries properly after four fires
Lewis County Solid Waste is reminding residents to remove batteries from items before disposal after four battery-related fires in the past 30 days.
By the ClickNNY North Country Desk
Lewis County Solid Waste is reminding residents to remove batteries from items before throwing them away after four battery-related fires in the past 30 days.
The facility has a designated area for battery recycling and disposal. Residents who are unsure where to place an item or battery are asked to consult staff before discarding it. The department can be reached at 315-376-5101.
This story was written from a community submission and reviewed by a ClickNNY editor before publication.
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