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Toxic Spill Preparedness
Disaster Information

If you are experiencing an emergency and need immediate assistance,
Dial 9-1-1.

The Disaster Information contained here is comprised of informational articles and website links pertaining to various potiental disaster situations. This information is useful for emergency preparedness purposes. The Disaster Information provided here is not to be used in place of emergency, legal, or medical assistance. If you need emergency, legal, or medical aid, please contact the appropriate professionals.

Family Preparedness - How to create a generalized family disaster plan.

Chemical and Solvent Spills-

• If spill involves personal injury, remove clothing; flush effected body area with warm tapwater for 15 minutes.
• Seek help from medical professionals.
  
  

Toxic Fumes-

• If you smell gas or other toxic fumes or experience irritation, coughing, burning eyes, and/or difficulty breathing, evacuate the area immediately.
• If you smell gas in a dark room, do not turn on lights; this action could ignite gas. Do not touch, activate, or de-activate any power switches, fire alarms, lights, etc. 
• Evacuate immediately and call 9-1-1. Do not re-enter the area until advised to do so by emergency personnel.