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If you have free, elemental mercury in your home, you are encouraged to contact your local health department for the location of the nearest approved disposal station. When transporting mercury for disposal, always use an air-tight, non-breakable container. Businesses should make arrangements with their hazardous waste contractor, other commercial hazardous waste disposal firm or recyclers to remove commercially-stored mercury. Contact KDHE at 1-800-282-9790 for mercury disposal guidance. For Mercury Spills, call KDHE at: (785) 296-1679.
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Incidents of mercury contamination occur in Kansas and across the
nation. Mercury spills are expensive to clean up, can upset your
daily routine and even affect your health. Young children and developing
fetuses are especially susceptible to the adverse health effects
of mercury exposure.