Norwalk To Host 2022 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event

NORWALK, CT — The city will host a household hazardous waste collection event free to Norwalk residents this summer.

According to a news release provided by the city, Norwalk will hold a collection event Aug. 27 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Norwalk High School, located at 23 Calvin Murphy Drive.

Residents are asked to follow the following safety protocols:

• Residents must wear a mask due to COVID-19 protocols and remain in their vehicles.
• Residents are asked to please have patience. Lines will be longer.
• Please only have one resident per household in the vehicle.
• Please place all HHW items as far away from the driver as possible, i.e. in the truck or back of the SUV. Do not place any HHW items on the front passenger seat of the vehicle.
• Residents are not permitted to arrive by walking or biking to deposit HHW items.

Upon attendance, please have a driver's license, vehicle registration or Norwalk Disposal Pass available. For quantities over 40 pounds or 30 gallons, or if residents have any further questions regarding the HHW collection, please call Customer Service at 203-854-3200.

How To Transport HHW Materials Safely

• Leave materials in original labeled containers.
• Tighten caps and lids.
• Pack containers in sturdy upright boxes and pad them with newspapers.
• Sort and pack separately: paint, pesticides, household cleaners, etc.
• Please don't mix the chemicals.

For further information, please visit www.norwalkct.org/503/Household-HazardousWaste.