Meth Lab Trash
October 20, 2008
Rags with red and/or yellow stains
Large number of pill blister packaging from over-the-counter cold, diet or allergy remedies
Empty containers from white gas, ether, starting fluids, lye or drain openers, paint thinner, acetone, or alcohol
Compressed gas cylinders, or camp stove (Coleman) fuel containers
Packaging from Epsom salts or rock salt
Propane tanks or coolers containing strong ammonia odors
Pyrex/glass/Corning containers, with dried chemical deposits remaining
Bottles or containers connected with rubber hosing and duct tape
Coolers, thermos bottles, or other cold storage containers
Respiratory masks and filters or dust masks
Funnels, hosing and clamps
Discarded rubber or latex gloves
Coffee filters, pillow cases or bed sheets stained red (used to filter red phosphorous), or containing a white powdery residue
disposable cold paks
multiple bags of fertilizer
What you should know about meth lab trash
June 30, 2008
Methlab trash contains chemicals that are toxic, flammable, corrosive, and acidic. The chemicals can explode, catch fire, and burn your skin if it comes in contact with them. You should be especially careful not to touch any trash bags that you might see by by the side of the road or a highway.
What you should know about meth lab trash - good information from the Indiana state police Read more
Meth Lab home clues that you should know
November 30, 2007
Meth labs can be set up just about anywhere. They’ve been found in cars, trailers, homes, hotel rooms, and outdoors. Increasingly, meth cooks are using a technique known as the “one-pot” method which doesn’t require a heat source. When you’re shopping for a new home or looking for a new apartment, be on the alert for signs of a meth lab.
Here are some signs that you should look for: Read more
Meth Labs Contaminate the Environment
August 25, 2007
What problems do meth labs present to our environment? People who make methamphetamine in small labs across America use several toxic chemicals to produce the drug. When they are combined, they produce toxins that contaminate homes and the contents within them. For every Read more