{"id":277705,"date":"2025-10-04T18:07:16","date_gmt":"2025-10-04T18:07:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/277705\/"},"modified":"2025-10-04T18:07:16","modified_gmt":"2025-10-04T18:07:16","slug":"electronics-recycling-event-to-be-held-in-appleton","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/277705\/","title":{"rendered":"Electronics recycling event to be held in Appleton"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>APPLETON (WLUK) &#8212; Old, broken and unwanted electronics can be safely recycled in Appleton next weekend.<\/p>\n<p>In honor of National Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 5-11), the Appleton Fire Department and the Friends of the Appleton Fire Department are partnering with Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations to host a community electronics recycling event. <\/p>\n<p>It will take place from 8 a.m. to noon next Saturday, Oct. 11 at Appleton Fire Station 6, located at 4930 N. Lightning Drive.<\/p>\n<p>There is no cost to drop off items. Optional donations will be accepted, benefiting the Friends of the Appleton Fire Department.<\/p>\n<p>Through Wisconsin\u2019s E-Cycle program, Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations will make a donation to the Friends of the Appleton Fire Department based on the total weight of qualifying electronics collected at the event.<\/p>\n<p>Loose batteries of any kind will NOT be accepted at the event. Accepted items include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Laptops<\/li>\n<li>Desktop computers<\/li>\n<li>TVs<\/li>\n<li>Monitors<\/li>\n<li>Printers<\/li>\n<li>Tablets<\/li>\n<li>Other common electronics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Appleton Fire Department is also raising awareness about the risks of lithium-ion batteries.<\/p>\n<p>Most of the electronics we use in our homes every day are powered by lithium-ion batteries &#8212; everything from smartphones and laptops, to power and lawn tools, to e-cigarettes and toys. In fact, almost everything that&#8217;s rechargeable uses this type of battery.<\/p>\n<p>But if damaged or not used correctly, lithium-ion batteries can overheat, start a fire and even explode. <a href=\"https:\/\/fox11online.com\/news\/local\/fond-du-lac-firefighters-warn-of-lithium-ion-battery-risks-after-explosion-in-home-charging-phones-fire\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"https:\/\/fox11online.com\/news\/local\/fond-du-lac-firefighters-warn-of-lithium-ion-battery-risks-after-explosion-in-home-charging-phones-fire\" class=\"themeColorForLinks\" rel=\"noopener\">That happened in Fond du Lac<\/a> back in June.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s what you need to know:<\/p>\n<p>Buy only listed products<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>When buying a product that uses a lithium-ion battery, take time to research it. Look for a stamp from a nationally recognized testing lab on the packaging and product, which means that it meets important safety standards.<\/li>\n<li>Many products sold online and in stores may not meet safety standards and could increase the risk of fire.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Charge devices safely<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Always use the cords that came with the product to charge it. Follow the instructions from the manufacturer.<\/li>\n<li>If you need a new charger, buy one from the manufacturer or one that the manufacturer has approved.<\/li>\n<li>Charge your device on a hard surface. Don\u2019t charge it under a pillow, on a bed, or on a couch. This could cause a fire.<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t overcharge your device. Unplug it or remove the battery when it\u2019s fully charged.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Recycle batteries responsibly<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Don\u2019t throw lithium-ion batteries in the trash or regular recycling bins because they could catch fire.<\/li>\n<li>Recycling your device or battery at a safe battery recycling location is the best way to dispose of them. Visit call2recycle.org to find a recycling spot near you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"APPLETON (WLUK) &#8212; Old, broken and unwanted electronics can be safely recycled in Appleton next weekend. 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