18 Items that are Illegal to Throw Away in Washington State

The sheer convenience of just throwing something away is a wonderful feeling to be rid of it. However, you should know there are several items that are not just immoral to dispose of, but considered illegal in the state of Washington.

(LIST OF MANY ITEMS BELOW)

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Illegal Items to Throw in the Garbage in Washington State

Some of the items are obvious but others may seem harmless.

Cell Phones

Batteries (all types)

Florescent Light Bulbs

Chemicals (for lawn spraying or household)

Prescription Medication (pills, liquids)

Sharps (like for self-injecting medicine)

Automotive Fluids (oil, antifreeze)

Asbestos

Heavy Appliances (washers, dryers, ovens)

Laptops/Computers

TV sets

Explosives (fireworks)

Mattresses

Paint

Body Parts

Tires

Anything with Mercury (thermometers)trong>

Yard Waste

These items can cause serious damage in several ways like the batteries (including cellphones) may cause a fire under conditions.

There are several ways to dispose of materials like this, but the good ol' trusty garbage can or neighborhood dumpster isn't it and it shouldn't be.
And definitely not a 'dump and drive' on the side of the road; that's even worse.