Pesticides

by Earth911
Published on April 2nd, 2007
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Learn how to properly dispose of pesticides.

Did you know that pesticides that wash off our yards from rain or overwatering are toxic to the environment?

Testing has shown that even small amounts of commonly used pesticides may be lethal to living creatures. So try non-toxic alternatives for pest control. Take unwanted or unused pesticides to a household hazardous waste collection center. Never throw pesticides in the trash or into a storm drain. To find the nearest household hazardous waste collection facility in your area, in the green locator box above, just type pesticides in the left window and your zip code in the right window.

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  1. timmy otoole

    posted on October 27th, 2009 at 10:51 am

    i want to join the discussion because i want to start the recycling program because i want to show people the way how to recycle in their nighboorhood.

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