Independence Day is almost here, which means it’s time to go grocery shopping, put put the patriotic decorations and get a final headcount of who is coming over for the barbecue. What might not be on your mind yet is the clean-up that happened directly after the festivities ended and everyone goes home. To save some stress […]
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Lithium battery blamed for Madison Co. garbage truck fire. Here’s how to dispose of them
An improperly discarded lithium battery is being blamed for a fire that started on a garbage truck and was extinguished on an Edwardsville street Friday. Incidents like this are happening across the country and will only become more frequent if citizens don’t pay attention to where they throw their garbage or until fire fighting capabilities […]
Underwater demolition teams safely dispose of 3 unexploded World War II-era bombs
DESTIN, Fla. (WKRG) — Eglin Air Force Base demolition teams and joint agencies safely disposed of three unexploded World War Two-era bombs on Wednesday. Parts of Choctawhatchee Bay in Northwest Florida were closed Wednesday to all people, marine vessels and water-based activities. WATCH EXPLOSION: (Photo courtesy of Okaloosa County) (Photo courtesy of Okaloosa County) (Photo […]
New and safe way to dispose of unwanted medications
SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — If you still have some of those antibiotics in your cabinet from that cold you had a few months ago or some vitamins that just were not the right fit, the San Angelo Police Department has just the thing Officer Richard Espinoza with the police department says they […]
Dispose of holiday greens and Christmas trees correctly to protect Minnesota’s trees and forests
Dec. 26—Invasive pests can hide on festive foliage Holiday greenery and Christmas trees bring joy throughout the season, but they can also hide dangerous pests. Diseases and invasive species can make their way into our landscapes on trees and boughs brought into Minnesota from other states. To protect our environment, the State of Minnesota is […]