Do not pour hazardous waste down the sink drains. Some hazardous wastes kill the useful bacteria used in sewage treatment plants and chemically interfere with the treatment process. Untreated hazardous chemicals are released along with the wastewater into the ocean environment. Do not put anything into street gutters. All substances entering the storm drain system via street gutters travel untreated directly into the ocean.
Hazardous chemicals endanger the health and safety of swimmers and marine life.
To assist residents with the proper disposal of hazardous waste, the City of Santa Monica operates the Household Hazardous Waste Center. This is a free service to Santa Monica residents. Proof of Santa Monica residency will be required. Amounts in excess of this will not be accepted. Explosive materials or any radioactive, infectious or extremely hazardous wastes will not be accepted.