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There's a right way and a wrong way to handle every type of hazardous waste. If you’re not 100% sure, check here.

Tips for transporting hazardous materials to the drop-off event

  • NEVER mix hazardous materials together. This could result in dangerous chemical reactions
  • Keep all products in their original containers, DO NOT remove labels
  • Tightly seal all lids and caps
  • Place any container which cannot be tightly closed in a sealed plastic bag
  • Wrap all breakable containers in a newspaper
  • Place all materials in a sturdy box to keep them from shifting during transport
  • Place the box containing HHW securely in your vehicle to prevent it from moving as you drive to the drop-off center

Do not transport explosive materials

  • Explosives and ordnance materials are not accepted at the City's HHW collection events
  • Residents can contact their Police District to make arrangements to disposal


 
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STREETS DEPARTMENT REOPENS 15TH STREET BRIDGE
WEDNESDAY, MAY 15
Vehicle Weight Restriction Established

PHILADELPHIA - The 15th Street Bridge between Callowhill and Spring Garden Streets opened to vehicular traffic today, with a "three-ton, no trucks or bus weight restrictions," Streets Commissioner David J. Perri announced today. All trucks, buses and other heavy vehicles are required to detour to alternate travel routes for the entire length of the bridge.

The bridge was closed January 2013 due to severe deterioration to a section of the bridge. The Streets Department's Bridge Maintenance Unit re-enforced this section to strengthen the bridge.

The Streets Department thanks citizens for their patience and cooperation during this project.

 

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