10 Surprising Things You Should Never Pour Down the Drain

Tobacco butts

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Cigarette butts are small but have a big impact if not thrown away properly. The filters absorb water and swell, blocking drains and causing costly repairs.

Cigarette butts break down very slowly and can last for years, polluting nature. They also contain harmful chemicals that can leak into soil and water, threatening wildlife and the ecosystem.

Always use proper bins for cigarette butts or join clean-up efforts to reduce their environmental effect.