Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Be Green! Hazardous Waste Drop-off on June 27th

Dispose of hazardous waste properly!

Bring by your unwanted paints, stains, fuels, cleaners, and other hazardous wastes to Loudoun Valley HS tomorrow from 8:30am-2:30pm during the Household Hazardous Waste collection event.

Accepted Items:

  • fluorescent bulbs
  • Oil-based paint/stains/varnshes
  • Paint thinners
  • Metal polishes
  • Rust removers
  • Wood preservatives
  • Old fuels: gas/oil mixes, kerosene, & diesel

NOT accepted for HHW*

  • Used motor oil
  • Antifreeze
  • Automobile batteries
  • Lead-acid batteries
  • Propane tanks

*These items can be dropped off year round at the Loudoun County Solid Waste Management Facility on Evergreen Mills Road.

For more information go to www.loudoun.gov/hhw or call the Solid Waste Management Office at (703) 777-0187.

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