They can reach lakes, rivers, and ground water when we throw oil in the trash, the sewer system or on the ground. A small amount of oil can contaminate large quantities of drinking water. Don't dump oil in the trash, storm sewers, or on the ground because it can flow into a water source and contaminate it. Don't burn waste oil because it can release heavy metals and other pollutants into the air. Recycle used oil.
Recycled oil is a valuable resource that can be burned as an industrial fuel or cleaned and reused.
Label the container and take it to a used motor oil collection center. Service stations often accept a limited amount of used motor oil from their customers. Antifreeze Antifreeze contains chemicals poisonous to children and animals. Pets will lap up an antifreeze puddle because it tastes sweet. It is often fatal.