A shocking incident occurred when Barnet refuse workers narrowly escaped serious injury after a combustible item was crushed in their rubbish truck. The explosion sent debris flying onto the street, highlighting the dangers of improper waste disposal. Barnet Council reiterated the importance of recycling, particularly with hazardous materials such as lithium batteries, gas canisters, and aerosols, to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
Cllr Alan Schneiderman stated, 'The video is incredibly shocking, and we're relieved that the crew members escaped unharmed. I hope this helps people to understand how important it is to properly recycle items such as gas canisters and bottles, batteries and aerosols, as on another day we might not have been so lucky.' His comments underscore the critical need for public awareness regarding hazardous waste.
Barnet Council reported that a combustible object was loaded into a refuse truck, which upon crushing caused an explosion. Fortunately, no workers were injured, but this incident follows another serious incident involving lithium batteries igniting and burning a hole in a lorry.
The council emphasized the hazards associated with placing combustible items in waste bins, urging residents to utilize recycling centers for hazardous materials. This plea aims to prevent future incidents involving refuse collections.
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