KENT COUNTY, Mich. — A fire broke out at the Kent County Recycling & Education Center Wednesday morning, staff said.
The center was redirecting trucks to the Waste to Energy Facility while they cleaned up, but it later reopened. No one was injured and no equipment was damaged.
Staff said the fire was likely caused by a lithium battery that was improperly recycled.
"PLEASE HELP US prevent another dangerous situation like this by spreading the word to your family, friends, and neighbors of where they can recycle lithium batteries," wrote staff on Facebook.
You can safely recycle lithium batteries for free in Kent County. Check your nearest location here.
"It takes all of us to make a difference. Thank you everyone for your patience," they said.
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