People Keep Damaging Garbage Trucks by Throwing Car Batteries in the Trash

7 hours ago

Proper disposal of car batteries (lead-acid or lithium-ion) is crucial due to toxic and flammable chemicals.
Recent incidents in Texas, California, and Michigan show garbage truck fires and damage from improperly discarded batteries.
Crushing batteries in garbage trucks can cause chemical leaks, ignition, rapid fires, and toxic gas release.
Residents are urged to dispose of car batteries at designated recycling points or hazardous waste drop-offs.

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