Blair County’s Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event is set for Friday, July 23rd, from noon to 5 and on Saturday, July 24th, from 8am to 1pm at the Jaffa Shrine. There will be a base charge of $15.00 per car trunk-load with an additional charge of $0.50/lb. for all paints,. ONLY the following items will be accepted:
• Fluorescent bulbs and tubes
• Mercury containing items (such as smoke detectors/thermostats)
• Lead acid batteries
• Automotive fluids (used motor oil, antifreeze, oil filters & etc.)
• Pesticides and fertilizers
• Flammables and corrosives (such as paint thinner and drain cleaner)
• Spray Paint and other aerosol cans
• Latex and oil-based paints… but note that all paints have a $0.50/lb. charge
Items the will NOT be accepted include medications, alkaline batteries, electronics, and tires. Volunteers are needed on both days of the collection. For more information, call (814) 942-7472 or visit www.ircenvironment.org