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How to get rid of old batteries in Orange County

Batteries go to the county’s yearly hazardous waste collection event at the landfill (Oct. 17 in 2026).

Rules for batteries

Fee
Free
Limit
Not posted. Call ahead.
Residency
Not posted. Call ahead.

Batteries in other counties and cities

Not yet verified. Call ahead to confirm. Source checked Oct. 26, 2026.

Sources: Orange County: Hazardous waste collection event; Orange County: Electronics recycling event

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