Stop tossing batteries in curbside bins

The latest: Rumpke, the company that collects Columbus recycling, is again sounding the alarm after batteries sparked a recent series of fires at its facilities, including locally.

• It's a growing problem as electronic devices have become essential to everyday life.

Flashback: In 2012, a fire destroyed Rumpke's Cincinnati recycling center.

Be smart: Drop off used batteries at a site that accepts household hazardous waste.

• Options: 645 E. 8th Ave., 2566 Jackson Pike, and stores like Best Buy, Lowe's, Batteries Plus, or Home Depot.
• Old devices can go to 2100 Alum Creek Drive, 1550 Georgesville Road or Goodwill.

The Recycle Right search tool from the Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio will tell you how to properly dispose of any items.