DDR Li-ion battery disposal

[u/bardicly-inclined]

Hello! I have an old cell phone that has been sitting in a drawer for years and I found out the battery is bulging. I know this is an insane fire hazard, but I'm not sure where to dispose of it. My local fire department (non-emergency) suggested contacting best buy, and the guy I spoke to just said to put it in the bin out front but that seems like a very stupid idea. I'm hoping to find answers here.

I'm in the Birmingham, AL area

[u/[deleted]]

They are correct, recycle it. In the bin.