11 Items That Are Illegal To Throw Away In Mississippi

It's hard to scroll social media without seeing a story about something you do regularly that's actually illegal, so why should today be any different?

We have to be careful of what we throw away. I'm not talking about cutting the plastic rings on your six-pack of soda or beer, I'm talking about things that can cause extra dangers to the environment and the people who handle our trash.

Recycling has seen an uptick since the turn of the century, with most communities having a separate can for garbage and for recycling. In some states, you even pay a deposit on your cans, which you get back when you return them at the store. You feel good about what you've done, and your next drink is just about paid for.

Certain Batteries Are Too Hazardous For The Trash

You know how it goes. You're flipping through channels and all of a sudden, the remote stops working. You're mad because you can't remember where the AAA's are, and you whip the old ones right into the can. Those types of batteries are fine, but the EPA wants any batteries with alkaline and zinc carbon to be disposed of properly.

EPArecommendation: send used alkaline and zinc carbon batteries to battery recyclers or check with your local or state solid waste authority.

Things You Should Never Throw Away

There's a bunch of stuff that you should never throw in your trash can, and we've got them all here.