Storm water is rain and snow melt that runs off surfaces such as rooftops, paved streets, highways, and parking lots. Storm water carries sediment, oil, grease, nitrogen, phosphorus, and other pollutants into storm drains and then, untreated, into nearby water bodies. Because most storm water drainage systems provide no treatment, preventing contamination of storm water is crucial to ensure that pollutants do not enter waterways. Improperly managed storm water runoff is also a leading cause of flooding, which can lead to property damage, cause road safety hazards, and clog catch basins and culverts with sediment and debris.

Household Hazardous Wastes are common to our homes and workplace but must be carefully handled and disposed to unsure that unintended circumstances do not occur.

Chemicals such as cleaners, cosmetics, medicine, and automotive fluids are just a few examples of these wastes that must be properly handled. Batteries, fluorescent light bulbs, and thermometers are some of the objects that should be carefully disposed of to avoid dangerous exposure to chemicals contained within the products.

Household Hazardous Waste Fact Sheet