SAFETY TIPS FOR HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ACCIDENT

Hazardous materials are chemicals that are harmful to humans and to the environment. Accidents can force an evacuation from your home and the surrounding area. Fumes from fire or chemical releases can create problems over a large area. Such accidents are likely to occur in industrial parks, along interstate highways, or along railways. Hazardous materials accidents can be very dangerous because of the possibility of dealing with unknown chemicals. Always be very careful around any chemical accident or chemical spill or fire.

WHAT TO DO

If you see a chemical accident, call "911".

Stay away from the area. Be careful where you walk.

Leave the accident area and help keep others away until officials arrive on the scene.

If you are told to evacuate, leave your home or office at once.

Check with your neighbors and assist them, if necessary.

DO NOT take chances. Many chemicals cannot be seen or smelled, but they can be DEADLY.

Listen to the radio or television for information and instruction about entry into the area.

You should assist accident victims ONLY if the injury is LIFE THREATENING.