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.

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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