Hazardous waste drop-off event in Riverside County happens Saturday

Riverside County residents can drop off their hazardous waste for free in Cathedral City Saturday.

Paint, fertilizers, motor parts and fluorescent light bulbs are among the items that can be discarded during the collection event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Edom Hill Transfer Station, 70-100 Edom Hill Road.

“These temporary household hazardous waste collection events offer a great service in accepting these items,” Supervisor Manuel Perez said. “They protect the environment by keeping hazardous waste out of landfills and from harming people, pets and wildlife.”

Certain materials, including explosives, ammunition and asbestos, will not be accepted.

The free event hosted by the Riverside County Department of Waste Resources is open to all county residents, but only waste from households, not businesses, will be accepted.

Loads are limited to 15 gallons, or 125 pounds, per vehicle. Individual containers should be no larger than five gallons, nor weigh more than 50 pounds, organizers said.

Anyone who misses the drop-off event can take hazardous waste to the county facility in Palm Springs, at 1100 Vella Road, which is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays.

Additional information can be found at rcwaste.org or by calling 951- 486-3200.