The incorrect disposal of vapes can lead to dangerous explosions when crushed by lorries
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The incorrect disposal of vapes can lead to dangerous explosions when crushed by lorries
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Major waste companies have warned the incorrect disposal of vapes are causing the equivalent of more than one fire a day - despite a ban on disposable vapes coming into place six months ago.
Experts warn more than 180 fires have erupted across the UK’s largest waste system
One of the UK’s biggest waste management companies is battling a plague of fires caused by exploding disposable vapes.
Millions of vapes are being thrown away incorrectly despite the ban, causing chaos, says Biffa manager.
Number fell 23% year on year in 2025 but waste companies say recycling systems still under strain from sheer volume
The Department of Health said the move to extend smoke-free places would protect children and vulnerable people
GRAPHIC CONTENT WARNING: A staggering 82 per cent of vapers - of which there are 5.6million in the UK - are getting ready for the…
