MOSSEL BAY NEWS - The Mossel Bay Municipality is again assisting the community in disposing of hazardous household waste safely.
On 23 March, items can be brought to the Mossel Bay Town Hall in Marsh Street from 08:00 until 14:00.
The following day, 24 March, members of the community in Great Brak River can go to the municipal offices from 08:30 until 14:30 to drop off waste.
This is an ideal opportunity to get rid of items at no cost, as well as at a convenient, nearby location.
These qualify as hazardous household waste:
- Motor oil, oil filters, brake fluid
- Used antifreeze
- Paint, paint thinners, turpentine
- Pesticides or herbicides
- Household batteries
- CRTs, old TVs, miscellaneous electronics
- Tyres
- Fluorescent tubes and globes
- Household medical waste (needles, old medicine and tablets)
The following items will not be accepted:
- Explosives
- Ammunition
- Radioactive materials
- Controlled substances
Additional information
- Bring the items you wish to dispose of in a strong box, preferably in their original, labelled containers.
- Do not mix products together.
- Be prepared to leave your containers, because of permit requirements and the number of people who dispose of waste.
For any information, contact the waste management office (044 606 5143).
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