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Chemical Threat
Ready — A chemical attack is the deliberate release of a toxic gas, liquid or solid that can poison people and the environment. Many people suffering from watery eyes, twitching, choking, having trouble breathing or losing coordination. Many sick or dead ...More…
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About ToxFAQs
Centers for Disease Control — The ATSDR ToxFAQsTM is a series of summaries about hazardous substances developed by the ATSDR Division of Toxicology. Information for this series is excerpted from the ATSDR Toxicological Profiles and Public Health Statements. Each fact sheet ...More…
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Chemical Agents: Facts About Sheltering in Place
Centers for Disease Control — Some kinds of accidents or attacks may make going outdoors dangerous. Leaving the area might take too long or put people in harm's way. In such a case it may be safer for people to stay indoors than to go outside. Some kinds of chemical accidents ...More…
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People are decontaminated for two primary reasons:
Centers for Disease Control — Some kinds of chemical accidents or attacks may cause you to come in contact with dangerous chemicals. Coming in contact with a dangerous chemical may make it necessary for you to remove and dispose of your clothing right away and then wash ...More…
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Chemical Emergencies Overview
Centers for Disease Control — The CDC has a key role in protecting the public's health in an emergency involving the release of a chemical that could harm people's health. This page provides information to help people be prepared to protect themselves during and after such an ...More…
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Chemical Agents
Centers for Disease Control — A to Z / By Category Blister agents/vesicants Bromobenzylcyanide (CA) Choking/lung/pulmonary agents Chloroacetophenone (CN) Chlorobenzylidenemalononitrile (CS) Cyanogen chloride (CK) Dibenzoxazepine (CR) Fentanyls and other opioids Hydrofluoric ...More…
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Things To Know
FEMA — You should also talk about a disaster communication plan with your family and what to do if an event happens when you are separated and away from home, such as at school or playing at a friend's house. You don't have to be afraid, but it's ...More…
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From the Press Room
June 1, Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative: Boosting Border Security and Efficiency, Jayson Ahern, Acting Commissioner, U.S. Customs and Border Protection I-9, ESTA, E-Verify, Forms, Green Card, Grants, ICE, Jobs, OPT, Passport, REAL ID, ...More…
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Local Information
Ready — The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and other state and local government agencies are working hard to protect and prepare our nation for emergencies. Click on the map below to find resources and information on preparedness in your ...More…
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Ready.gov: Glossary
Ready — Choose an emergency contact person outside your area, as it may be easier to call long distance after a local/regional emergency. A non-contagious potentially fatal disease caused by breathing, eating or absorbing through cuts in the skin ...More…
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Respirator Fact Sheet
Centers for Disease Control — Some employers and consumers are considering purchasing escape hoods or other respirators to protect themselves against potential terrorist threats, including biological and chemical substances. This guidance will provide information on what ...More…
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Homeland Security Advisory System
Chronology of Changes to the Homeland Security Advisory System For all domestic and international flights, the U.S. threat level is See the Transportation Security Administration for up-to-date information on items permitted and prohibited on ...More…