PORT OF LOS ANGELES TO HOST MARINE FLARE COLLECTION EVENT
Dispose of Marine Flares Safely at Cabrillo Way Marina
Oct. 4, 2024 – The Port of Los Angeles will host a marine flare collection event, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 26 at Cabrillo Way Marina, located at 2293 Miner St., Lot G, in San Pedro.
Open to the public, the free, drive-through event is hosted in partnership with the California Coastal Commission, California State Parks, West Marine, and Sirius Signal to encourage the safe disposal of marine flares, which are hazardous waste and can be dangerous. The event is funded in part by a Household Hazardous Waste grant from CalRecycle.
Advance registration is required. Eligible participants can register here.
Accepted items include used and unused hand-held flares, aerial flares and smoke signals. Staff will not accept electronic or military flares, or any other hazardous waste. Items must be placed in the trunk of participant vehicles. No walk ups will be accepted.
Free California Boater Kit vouchers and e-flare and West Marine coupons are available for all participants. Free e-flares are available while supplies last. Those with a residence, business or boat slip in Los Angeles County are eligible to participate. Proof of eligibility is required.
Advance registration is required. Eligible participants can register here.
Accepted items include used and unused hand-held flares, aerial flares and smoke signals. Staff will not accept electronic or military flares, or any other hazardous waste. Items must be placed in the trunk of participant vehicles. No walk ups will be accepted.
Free California Boater Kit vouchers and e-flare and West Marine coupons are available for all participants. Free e-flares are available while supplies last. Those with a residence, business or boat slip in Los Angeles County are eligible to participate. Proof of eligibility is required.