Lithium-ion batteries power everyday life, but improper use and disposal can lead to dangerous fires. Simple safety habits and responsible recycling can dramatically reduce risks across homes, ...

If you are planning on gifting or giving any electronics or battery-operated gadgets this holiday season, Santa Barbara County Public Works wants to remind you of proper battery disposal. Batteries ...

A: Let me first start by saying that batteries never, under any circumstances, belong in your mixed recycling. Not only do they blatantly break the most basic rules for that program (paper, cardboard ...

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A key factor in the proper functioning of your cell phone is the battery. To ensure optimal battery life when buying a new cell phone, one of the most important things you should do is give the ...

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MONTGOMERY COUNTY — As the holiday season approaches, the Montgomery County Solid Waste District (MCSWD) is urging residents to properly dispose of hazardous materials to prevent fires. Improper ...

"Intense heat and sudden flames." Experts issue warning about common waste items that can spark fires: 'It can spread in ...

Officials are warning about proper disposal habits after a Rumpke recycling truck caught fire in Mason on Monday morning.

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. Planning on gifting or giving any electronics or battery-operated gadgets this holiday season? Remember to dispose of old ...