Full Notification

Dear Residents,

We want to bring to your immediate attention an incident that occurred earlier today involving a lithium battery discarded in a garbage truck, resulting in a fire. The situation escalated when the burning garbage was dumped in the Washington Lions Club Parking lot, posing a potential threat to public safety.

We are relieved to inform you that the Washington Township Fire Department responded promptly to the scene and successfully contained the fire. Thanks to their swift action, there was no damage to the Lions Club property, and all individuals in the vicinity are safe.

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of proper disposal of hazardous materials, particularly lithium batteries, which can pose serious risks if not handled correctly. We urge all residents to exercise caution and dispose of such items responsibly, following the guidelines provided by our waste management services.

The safety and well-being of our community remain our utmost priority, and we are grateful for the quick and effective response of our local firefighters in managing this situation.

Please stay tuned for any further updates or instructions from the authorities.

Sincerely,

Sebastian 'Sam' Previti

Supervisor