When household hazardous products are improperly used, stored or disposed of, they have the potential to enter ground and surface water supplies, contaminating our drinking water sources and endangering human health.

Household hazardous waste should never be put in the regular garbage, or poured down a sink, onto the ground or down a storm sewer because it could contaminate drinking water sources. Correct disposal of these toxic and harmful substances will help keep drinking water sources safe and protect human health.

Many homes have storage areas with old, unwanted hazardous products. These items should be taken to the local municipal hazardous waste depot.

Your actions can make a difference. You can help to protect drinking water sources.

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