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Is it legal to throw car batteries in the ocean?
I live near the ocean and have been seeing a lot of car batteries in the water during low tide. Is it legal to throw car batteries in the ocean?
Holden Easterbrook · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
While it can be a headache to properly dispose of a
dead car battery
, it’s incredibly important to do so responsibly. Unsurprisingly, it is illegal to throw car batteries in the ocean because it can lead to:
- Soil and water pollution
- The death of local flora and fauna
- Health complications for local residents
Car batteries are filled with all sorts of harmful chemicals, so make sure you do the right thing and find a safe place to dispose of any unwanted batteries. The easiest thing to do is return the old battery to the store where you purchased the new one. They will happily take care of disposal for you.
While you’re helping to protect the environment, you can also protect your monthly budget by finding a more affordable
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