Page 6 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 22, 2023 City of Everett has begun fl ushing hydrants throughout the city Flushing will take place mondays through Fridays, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., until Friday, Nov. 3 he City of Everett’s Water Department has begun flushing water mains throughout the city and will continue through Friday, Nov. 3, 2023. Hydrant fl ushing will be performed Mondays–Fridays between the hours of 8 T a.m. and 8 p.m. “Flushing our hydrants is crucial to maintaining clean water throughout the community,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “I am grateful to the Water Department for dedicating their time to ensure the City is providing clean water to our residents.” The purpose of fl ushing is to remove sediment buildup in the mains and to verify the safe operation of hydrants and valves. Hydrant flushing might result in temporary discoloration of the water, which is caused by small particles that dislodge during the fl ushing, as well as a temporary reduction in pressure. Discolored water will be temporary and is not harmful. However, the discolored water might stain your laundry, especially white materials. Therefore, please avoid doing laundry during the noted fl ushing period. Before washing clothes, including times after the hours stated in this notice, please check the cold water for possible discoloration. If the water is discolored, let the cold water run for a few minutes until the water becomes clear. If it does not clear at that time, try again later. Unfortunately, the City of Everett cannot fully guarantee the safety of doing laundry and/or the possibility of discoloration even during the evenings and other times of the day, as the water system has been disturbed. Therefore, please check your water carefully before doing laundry and inspect the laundry before drying it. The Water Department appreciates your patience as it works to improve the quality of the drinking water. If you would like additional information, please call the Water Department at 617-394-2327. City of Everett to Host Hazardous Waste Day An opportunity for Everett residents to safely dispose of hazardous materials verett, MA – Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce the City of Everett E will host a Hazardous Waste Day for residents to dispose of hazardous materials on Saturday, Sept. 30 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Rivergreen Park parking lot, 1 Rivergreen Drive. Please be prepared to show proof of residency because it is required to participate and will be checked on site. The City will be partnering with Trident Environmental Group, a specialty waste company, to help dispose the hazardous items collected. “Properly disposing hazardous waste items is essential to keeping our environment clean,” said Mayor DeMaria. “The City of Everett is committed to maintaining a clean community, and by partnering with Trident Environmental Group, we can ensure that these items will be properly disposed.” Items that will be accepted for disposal are as follows: General Household Materials: Acids (Corrosives), Aerosol Cans, Art Supplies, Batteries, Chemistry Set Chemicals, Fiberglass Resins, Furniture, Floor, Metal Polishes & Strippers (For Furniture, Floors, etc.), Hobby Supplies (Rubber Cement, Airplane Glue, etc.), Moth Balls/Crystals, Oil Paint & Paint Thinners, Varnish, Stain & Shellac (No Latex Paint Allowed), Paint Strippers, Photography Chemicals, Rug & Upholstery Cleaners, Solvent Adhesives, Turpentine & Other Paint Solvents, Wood Preservatives, Fluorescent Light Bulbs. Lawn and Garden Materials: Flammable Liquids/ Gasoline, Flea & Tick Powders, Fire Starters, Fungicides, Herbicides, Insecticides, No-Pest Strips, Pesticides, Poisons, Pool Chemicals, SMALL Propane Tanks (For Portable Grills & Camping). Bathroom Products: Hair Dye, Nail Polish Remover, Toilet Cleaners. Laundry Mat erials: Brighteners, Chlorine Bleach, Spot Removers, Spray Starch, Whiteners. Kitchen Materials: Drain Cleaners, Lighter Fluids, Oven Cleaners. Automotive Products: Antifreeze, Batteries (Auto, Motorcycles, etc.), Brake Fluid, Carburetor Cleaner, Radiator Flush, Solvents & Degreasers, Tire Cleaners, Transmission Fluid, Waste Fuels (Gasoline, Kerosene, etc.). Items that will not be accepted for disposal are as follows: • Appliances, Ammunition, Fireworks, Explosives, Gunpowder, Unknown Cylinders, etc., Asbestos, Commercial Hazardous Waste, Electronics, Gas Cylinders (Other than Propane), Metal tanks, Other than Propane (e.g. Freon, Helium, Acetylene), Hypodermic Needles & Medical Sharps, Prescription Medications, PCBs, Radioactive Materials, Smoke Detectors, Tires and Latex Paint.* *Latex paint containers can be fi lled with kitty litter and disposed in your regular trash.
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