Free Hazardous Waste Collection Event

On Saturday, June 23rd Montgomery County is hosting a free hazardous waste collection event from 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM at Abington Junior High School (please enter off of 2056 Susquehanna Road). 

Volunteers will help you locate the correct entrance and position your car in line. Stay in your car, but unlock your trunk and any doors necessary to access the waste you want removed. Event staff will remove the waste and direct you to the exit. At a typical event, your wait time should be no longer than 30 minutes.

Only hazardous waste will be accepted. For a list of acceptable materials, click here. Please note that latex paint is not hazardous waste and shouldn’t be brought to this event. Hazardous waste includes: paint thinners, oil based paints, spray paint, weed killers, swimming pool chemicals, mini propane tanks, gas/oil, brake fluid, rug cleaners, fire extinguishers, rechargeable batteries, etc.

Please bring all substances in original containers with labels and tightened lids. Items must be identifiable. Gas containers will be returned upon request. The maximum amount accepted is 25 gallons or 220 pounds. No 25 or 50 gallon drums will be accepted.

For more details or questions, please visit montcoparecycles.org or email recycling@montcopa.orgcreate new email. In the event of severe weather, call the county recycling line at (610) 278-3618.