Volusia County to Host Two Free Hazardous Waste Collection Events in October

Posted On: September 18, 2024

Volusia County is offering residents a convenient and environmentally responsible way to dispose of household hazardous waste with two free collection events this October. The first event will take place from 8 a.m. to noon on Friday, Oct. 4, at the Ormond Beach Public Works Facility, 501 N. Orchard St. The second event is scheduled for 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Oct. 5, at the New Smyrna Beach Public Works Facility, 124 Industrial Park Ave.

Proper disposal of hazardous waste is crucial for protecting the environment and public health. Items like old paint, solvents, batteries, and pool chemicals can be harmful if mishandled. Residents can ensure that their hazardous waste is safely and responsibly managed by participating in these events.

Accepted items for disposal include old paint, solvents, automobile and household batteries, pool chemicals, pesticides, motor oil, gasoline, other household chemicals, and up to 10 fluorescent lamps. Only unmixed household hazardous waste will be accepted. Insulin needles will be accepted in approved containers; however, the containers will not be returned. It is important to note that businesses are not eligible for free disposal.

To ensure safety and efficiency during the events, traffic will flow in one direction, and residents must remain in their vehicles at all times.

For those unable to attend the events, residents can dispose of household hazardous waste at no cost year-round at the Tomoka Landfill, 1990 Tomoka Farms Road in Port Orange, or at the West Volusia Transfer Station, 3151 E. New York Ave. in DeLand. The landfill is open from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday, while the transfer station operates from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. Both facilities also offer free paint exchange programs and electronic waste recycling.

Residents can contact Volusia County’s Solid Waste Division at 386-947-2952 for more information about the events or disposal services.