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Overview
A
chemical attack is the deliberate
release of a toxic gas, liquid or
solid that can poison people and the
environment.
Possible
Signs of Chemical Threat
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Many
people suffering from watery
eyes, twitching, choking, having
trouble breathing or losing
coordination.
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Many
sick or dead birds, fish or
small animals are also cause for
suspicion.
If
You See Signs of Chemical Attack:
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Find
Clean Air Quickly
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Quickly
try to define the impacted area
or where the chemical is coming
from, if possible.
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Take
immediate action to get away.
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If
the chemical is inside a
building where you are, get out
of the building without passing
through the contaminated area,
if possible.
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If
you can't get out of the
building or find clean air
without passing through the area
where you see signs of a
chemical attack, it may be
better to move as far away as
possible and shelter-in-place..
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If
you are outside, quickly decide
what is the fastest way to find
clean air. Consider if you can
get out of the area or if you
should go inside the closest
building and
"shelter-in-place."
If
You Think You Have Been Exposed to a
Chemical
If your eyes are watering, your skin
is stinging, and you are having
trouble breathing, you may have been
exposed to a chemical.
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If
you think you may have been
exposed to a chemical, strip
immediately and wash.
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Look
for a hose, fountain, or any
source of water, and wash with
soap if possible, being sure not
to scrub the chemical into your
skin.
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Seek
emergency medical attention.
-Info
from http://www.Ready.gov
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