Department of Solid Waste Management

We are pleased to announce our 2024 Spring Boat Flare Disposal Event; a joint effort between Solid Waste Management, OC Fire Academy, and the OC Fire Marshals.

The program was devised in response to public concerns over flares (typically, residents have been told to bring them to fire depts. or the Coast Guard; both options no longer accept or desire flares.)

The event will take place on October 19, 2024, from 9 AM-12PM. at the Ocean County Fire Academy located at 200 Volunteer Way, Waretown; registrations are required.

Flares will be accepted from Ocean County Residents and recreational boaters. Flares from marinas, businesses, etc., will not be accepted, but we encourage them to direct their customers to us.

Acceptable Materials Include Red Hand-held, Parachute, Red Meteor, Orange Smoke Signals, and Floating Orange Smoke.

Unacceptable Materials Include: Road Flares, Electronic Flares, Plastic Flare Launchers, and/or Other Explosives.
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In 2023, our program saw 202 participants, we are hoping to increase those numbers in 2024.