ST. CLOUD, Fla. — A load of trash caught fire inside a St. Cloud solid waste collection truck Tuesday morning, prompting a reminder to keep flammable materials, electronics and batteries out of household trash and recycling.
The driver dumped the burning material in a spot that avoided damage to the surroundings and limited damage to the truck, according to the provided account.
Fire crews arrived quickly and safely extinguished the flames. The account did not identify the cause of the fire.
Residents are urged to use the city’s Transfer Station on Peghorn Way to properly dispose of electronics and other flammable items.
Information about the facility is available on the city’s Transfer Station webpage.
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