How to dispose of hazardous waste in New Orleans

How it works: The collection point is at 2829 Elysian Fields Ave., and you have to have a valid driver's license or brake tag to prove you live in New Orleans.

From 8am-1pm, you can drop off:

• Pesticides.
• Antifreeze.
• Drain cleaners.
• Bleach.
• Garden chemicals.
• Paint (latex and oil based).
• Flammable liquids (lighter fluid, etc).
• Muriatic acid.
• Paint thinner and varnish.
• Mercury devices.
• Aerosols.
• Grout.
• Pool Shock.
• Household cleaners.
• Oil and gasoline.
• Microwave ovens (limit 4).

Of note: Businesses and schools are not eligible to participate. Here's the list of other things that are not accepted.

Meanwhile, the city accepts recycling, tires, electronics and other nonhazardous items every Saturday. See the list.