In an Emergency Situation
If
you see a hazardous materials emergency:
Immediately move away from the hazard.
Call
911 to report the situation
DO
NOT attempt to put out fires with water or rescue injured people. Trained and qualified workers will handle this.
If you are notified of a hazardous materials emergency
Prepare
to get yourself and your family out of the area if so directed by authorities.
Move
crosswind (in a direction so that the wind is blowing from your left to
right, or vise versa, but not into your face or behind you). This
offers the best opportunity for avoiding the path of the release.
If evacuation isn’t possible or necessary, be prepared to protect yourself wherever you are.
Go
into your house or a nearby building, or get in your automobile.
Stay inside and wait for the emergency to pass.
Studies have shown that even poorly sealed buildings offer some protection
against dangerous amounts of gas entering the building.
Remain calm and wait until receiving further instructions before taking any action.
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