Batteries in waste start fires - don't be an accidental (or hidden) arsonist!

FRWA experienced two battery fires recently.
The Kangaroo Island Resource Recovery Centre shed suffered extensive damage from a major fire started by a lithium battery. We thank our wonderful staff, emergency services, SAPOL, contractors and locals for all their help and well wishes.
The Strathalbyn Waste and Recycling Depot had a close call on the same day. Strathalbyn staff identified a hidden gas bottle still filled with gas and removed it from the general rubbish. Ten minutes later a small battery fire started in the same vicinity. Luckily, this fire was able to be extinguished completely.

Damaged and used batteries:



Battery fires in rubbish trucks and waste depots are becoming a major issue across Australia – please do the right thing:




Further information
For more information on safe storage of used batteries visit https://recyclingnearyou.com.au/batteries
To find your nearest alternative collection location https://bcycle.com.au/drop-off/