Hazardous Waste Warning
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Fire Extinguishers
Due to their pressurized contents, fire extinguishers are considered hazardous waste when no longer usable. Please find your nearest household hazardous waste collection center in the "Where to Go" section below and call ahead for further instructions.
Kidde Fire Extinguisher Recall
In November 2017, Kidde, a large fire extinguisher manufacturer, recalled more than 40 million fire extinguishers used in homes, vehicles, and boats. The extinguishers can become clogged, fail to discharge, or have nozzle detachment during a fire emergency. All of the affected models can be found on the Consumer Product Safety Commission's website.
If you have a recalled extinguisher, please contact Kidde to request a free replacement and instructions for returning the recalled unit. Kidde representatives can be reached at (855) 271-0773. Recalled fire extinguishers should not be taken to a local household hazardous waste collection center.
Where to go
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Santa Barbara Area (1)
- *Community Hazardous Waste Collection Center — University of California, Environmental Health and Safety Building, Building 565, Mesa Road
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Goleta & UCSB Area (1)
- *Community Hazardous Waste Collection Center — University of California, Environmental Health and Safety Building, Building 565, Mesa Road
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Lompoc Valley & VAFB (1)
- City of Lompoc Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility — 1585 N. "V" St
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Santa Maria Valley (1)
- City of Santa Maria Household Hazardous Waste Facility — 2065 East Main Street
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