(WFRV) - Officials in Outagamie County say the extreme cold weather in Wisconsin can make garbage and recycling cart lids brittle and easy to break. While trash and recycling drivers do what they can to avoid causing any damage, Outagamie County Recycling & Solid Waste officials state that it can happen occasionally during collection. Free Tubing Day returns to Ariens Hill in Titletown on Feb. 16 To help avoid damage to the garbage and recycling carts, officials say to do the following: Store Smart If possible, store carts outside or in an unheated space to avoid sudden temperature changes that can weaken the plastic. Clear Snow & Ice Keep lids and rims free of buildup to ensure smooth operation. If a resident's recycling or garbage cart does wind up being damaged, a local municipality should be contacted right away as they can manage cart repairs and replacements while also helping to get the issue resolved quickly.