In August 2026, two fires broke out in our garbage trucks. The likely cause? Lithium-ion “rechargeable” batteries improperly disposed of in the garbage. Please keep rechargeable batteries out of your household garbage. They can spark fires when they’re crushed or compacted in garbage trucks and at waste facilities. Not sure what to do with your batteries? Check our Waste Wise Guide to learn how to properly dispose of or recycle rechargeable batteries.
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