Saturday: Milford Firefighters Hold Free Propane Tank Collection

The warmer weather is upon us, and that means grilling season has begun. 

But do you have an old tank from last year perhaps, that you need to properly dispose? Well, Milford Fire is here to help.

Propane Tank Collection Day

The department is holding a free “Propane Tank Collection Day” this Saturday, May 17  to collect propane cylinders.

The collection, however, is for for Milford residents only — and proof of residency is required. 

This Saturday's event will take place at 55 Wheelers Farms Road, in the upper parking lot of Milford Fire Station 7, from 8 a.m to 1 p.m. 

Collection Guidelines

The department has shared the following collection rules:

• Have proof of residency ready
• Tanks should be transported in an upright position
• Safety plug must be in place
• Preferable driver only transporting the tank(s)
• Valve must be in the closed position
• We will take full, partially filled, and empty 20-pound tanks
• DO NOT vent the tank prior to transporting
• Tanks should be secured in place to prevent accidental tip-over
• Tanks should be transported with the vehicle windows open
• No smoking during the transport of the tank or in the drop off area

For more information, call the Fire Marshal’s Office at (203)-874-6321 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.