A recycling truck and our recycling plant have caught fire this week, likely caused by a battery or gas bottle being put in a household bin.
Thanks to quick action from our contractors, the fires were put out and no one was injured.
Please don't put these items in any kerbside bin:
- Batteries (household, button batteries, car, phone, laptop, power tool, camera and lithium ion)
- Aerosol cans that are not completely empty
- Household chemicals
- Accelerants e.g. petrol, diesel, waste oils
- Gas bottles or butane cans
- Flares or ammunition
- Hot coals, lit cigarettes, disposable Vapes
Check our A to Z rubbish and recycling guide to find out how to safely dispose of these items: https://www.knox.vic.gov.au/WasteGuide
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