Hazardous waste collection days scheduled in Kona and Hilo for August
Hazardous waste collection days have been scheduled in Hilo and Kona for August.
On Aug. 5, the Department of Environmental Management will be accepting material in the parking lot of Waiakea High School in Hilo.
The county will take old motor oil, poisons and other hazardous materials. Latex paint or electronics will not be accepted. Containters dropped off for disposal will not be returned.
On Aug. 12, residents can go to the West Hawai‘i Civic Center parking lot. Both events run from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Those coming to drop off materials are advised to stay in their vehicles. Masks are recommended.
For a full list of materials accepted during these collection days, visit Hawaiizerowaste.org