For more information on additional mercury-containing items, please call the Disposal of Toxics Program. When handling products with mercury:
Do not break, crush, or disassemble the items.
Store items out of the way in bubble wrap or boxes until you can take them to the Disposal of Toxics facility
Spill Assistance
If a product is accidentally broken, do not touch it, sweep it, or vacuum it. Keep children and pets away from the spill. Call the Whatcom County Health Department for spill assistance: 360-778-6000.
Never put mercury-containing products or anything contaminated with mercury in the garbage or down the drain. Call the Disposal of Toxics collection facility for more disposal information.