FDNY - New York City Fire Department
01/20/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/20/2026 06:36
FDNY releases new PSA about the dangers of improper disposal of lithium-ion batteries
January 20, 2026
The FDNY, in collaboration with the New York City Department of Sanitation, released a new Public Service Announcement (PSA) on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026, reminding New Yorkers about the dangers of improperly disposing of lithium-ion batteries.
Putting lithium-ion batteries in the trash or recycling at home is illegal and dangerous. Recycle batteries by taking them to a Special Waste Drop-Off Site or a safe disposal event. For disposal instructions and more disposal options, go here.
Be sure to individually bag batteries or tape ends before disposing of them.
For more lithium-ion battery safety information, go to FDNYSmart.org.
The Department's PSA program is made possible in part with support from the FDNY Foundation, the official nonprofit organization of the Department.
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