Over 1million Americans face $4k fines for putting 12 items in garbage cans – The Sun

Over 1million Americans face $4k fines for putting 12 items in garbage cans  The Sun

ONE major city is laying out steep fines for throwing ordinary household items in the garbage. The guidelines are in place to protect water… ONE major city is laying out steep fines for throwing ordinary household items in the garbage. City officials in Forth Worth, Texas, are clarifying what household products are banned from trash cans. Unlike waste in sinks and toilets, which undergo water reclamation treatment, landfill trash is untreated and can pollute stormwater runoff. You'll now receive top stories, breaking news, and more, straight to your email. “Stormwater runoff enters storm drains during rain and discharges directly into the nearest body of water without any treatment to remove pollutants,” the City of Fort Worth website reads.

“This is unlike the sinks and toilets in your home that drain to a water reclamation plant for treatment.” Pay-as-you-throw system charging $3 per trash bag – but you also need a sticker Homeowners face $200 fines under new trash law – even if it's put out on time The city has listed 12 items that are strictly prohibited from household trash due to contamination fears. Used oil, including cooking oils, as well as oil filters and batteries are banned. Explosives, electronics, refrigerators, air conditioners, and freezers that contain freon or other coolants may also not be left on the curb for