As warm weather activities increase, the City’s Recycling and Solid Waste Division reminds residents to stay safe with these tips on disposing of charcoal briquettes and other hazardous materials.
When disposing of charcoal briquettes, ensure they are fully extinguished and completely cold before placing them in the garbage. Warm briquettes can ignite a fire in the garbage container.
After grilling, spread out the coals so they don’t touch and allow them to cool overnight before disposal. For a faster method, soak the briquettes in water for 20 minutes to an hour, then place them in a container or wrap them in non-combustible material—such as aluminum foil—before putting them in the garbage…