Santa Rosa County Hosting Hazardous Waste Amnesty Day Oct. 10 in Gulf Breeze

Santa Rosa County officials are giving residents a chance to safely dispose of household hazardous materials without penalty during a Household Hazardous Waste Amnesty Day scheduled for October 10 in Gulf Breeze.

The amnesty day allows county residents to drop off items like paint, pesticides, batteries, fluorescent bulbs, motor oil, and other potentially dangerous household chemicals at a designated collection site. Materials that would normally require special handling can be disposed of free of charge during the event.

Details about the specific location and hours for the October 10 collection are expected to be released by Santa Rosa County officials. Residents should check the county's website or contact their local government offices for more information as the event date approaches.