RECYCLE BATTERIES SAFELY!
Lithium-ion batteries power a wide range of everyday devices, from laptops and power tools to toys and e-mobility devices.
While they bring incredible benefits, they are causing increased fire incidents at the Drumheller & District Regional Landfill.
All of Canada has seen a concerning rise in lithium-ion battery fires, which pose a significant threat to our community and put our workers and facilities at risk.
We urge our community members to take the time to adopt safe battery practices and recycle their used batteries through the offered recycling program at the Drumheller & District Regional Landfill.
Below is a few safety tips to follow:
Recycle your batteries to prevent fires. Never throw batteries into the trash.
• Batteries can cause sparks if they come into contact with debris.
• Lithium batteries can be damaged in garbage trucks and cause fires at waste processing centres.
• Batteries can overheat if left outdoors.
Household battery safety tips
• Never store new and used batteries together.
• Store batteries in a cool, dry place.
• Keep batteries out of reach of young children.
• Protect the terminals on used batteries for recycling by taping the terminals.
Road Condition Banner Information
Wet weather conditions negatively impact the landfill, it takes no more then 1/4 inch of moisture to affect the landfill access roads and the active disposal area. Under excessive moisture conditions management recommends accessing the Landfill with only four wheel drive vehicles. Staff and equipment operators do their best to accomodate customers during this time however there are times when we do ask customers to try and avoid the landfill until conditions have improved. With this in mind we will now have a weather banner on the website and facebook page to keep our users informed of road conditions. This will allow us to get the information out to the public quickly and provide updates in a timely manner.
The banners are as follows:
GREEN BANNER = GOOD ROAD CONDITIONS
YELLOW BANNER = FAIR ROAD CONDITIONS: RECOMMENDING 4X4. NO LOW PROFILE VEHICLES OR TRAILERS
RED BANNER = POOR ROAD CONDITIONS: 4X4 ONLY RECOMMENDING CUSTOMERS WAIT FOR IMPROVED ROAD CONDITIONS IF POSSIBLE