Vapes containing batteries should never be put in your household rubbish or recycling bin Vapes (e cigarettes) contain batteries which can cause fires if placed in any of your household bins and Vape pens and e cigarettes should never go in your trash or recycling. These devices contain lithium ion batteries that can spark fires when crushed. This puts collection workers, trucks, and facilities at Batteries Vapes in bins can cause fires! Council has been made aware of recent truck fires in the area due to the incorrect disposal of batteries in the red bin. The How to Properly Dispose of & Recycle Disposable Vapes Vaping360 Want to recycle your vape? Most vapes and e cigarettes have batteries, so they shouldn't be put in your bin at home. Instead, you can bring them to a Blue Battery Box. Every vape has a hidden battery inside. Whether you use them or find it in the street, please recycle safely. Putting vapes in the bin can spark fires and put chemicals into