Iron County to hold hazardous waste collection

HURLEY — Iron County residents will have an opportunity to dispose of their hazardous and electronic waste, as the county is once again hosting a collection event.

The collection will be held Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at both the Hurley Recycling Center and the Mercer Town Garage.

A variety of items will be collected; including tires, electronics, appliances, hazardous waste and lead tackle.

Among the hazardous waste being accepted are: oil-based paints, solvents, pesticides, hazardous cleaners, rechargeable ni-cads, metal halide and button batteries, mercury, corrosives, flammables, gas...