Disposable' vapes are hazardous waste: Here's how to throw them away FOX31 Denver 6.3m vapes are thrown away each week despite single use ban Unsafe disposal of millions of vapes a week causing environmental damage and rise in lithium ion battery fires British Safety Council Do you know how to dispose of vapes properly? Many contain lithium batteries, which means they can pose a serious fire risk if thrown away incorrectly. Our guide explains how to