ACCUMULATED PAINT and CHEMICALS Residents can often times accumulate hazardous chemicals or paint products (e.g. thinners) unknowingly creating the potential for toxic runoff. Storing these products outdoors and uncovered leaves them subject to the elements. For example, rain events rainwater can cause these containers to overflow, spilling their contents onto lawns and pavement--and into the street, where it enters the storm drain system.

Alternatives: To properly dispose of these hazardous chemicals, Call the City's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program for the next roundup event nearest you.

ABANDONED WASTE In the darkness of night or in remote areas throughout Los Angeles, a disturbing problem throughout Los Angeles is the illegal dumping of hazardous barrels in alleys, remote hillsides and public right-of-ways.