LA County’s Proactive Measures Against Illegal Dumping
In many communities across Los Angeles County, illegal dumping poses a significant challenge. Not only does it endanger public health and safety, but overall community well-being. The materials that are illegally dumped create a nesting area for rodents and insects and impacts the drainage of runoff water. This contaminated runoff eventually finds its way to local beaches, polluting them and threatening the diverse wildlife that calls these areas home. The financial burden of cleaning up these illegal dumps costs millions of dollars annually.
To address this issue, Los Angeles County is committed to providing illegal dumping prevention programs aimed at maintaining clean and safe environments for communities. Additionally, the County conducts advertising campaigns to educate businesses and residents about proper disposal methods.
Several times a year in County unincorporated areas, residents are granted the opportunity to dispose of large volumes of unwanted debris at no cost. Incorporated cities may also offer this service. Individuals are encouraged to reach out to their waste hauler for more information and to schedule bulky-item pick-ups. By working together, we can ensure cleaner, healthier communities for all.
For more information and resources about recycling, sustainability and to report instances of illegal dumping, visit CleanLA’s illegal dumping webpage or call our hotline at (888) CLEANLA / (888)-253-2652.
