Chemical or Hazardous Material Spills

Chemicals are found in everything from cleaning agents to gasoline; they are a daily part of our lives. When used properly, chemicals normally pose little threat. When used improperly, they can be harmful and even deadly. The following websites will provide additional information about chemical safety.

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1. Chemical Emergencies at Home
   Talking About Disaster: Guide for Standard Messages
   http://www.redcross.org/images/pdfs/code/chemical_emergencies.pdf
2. Chemical Threat
   Ready American
   U.S. Department of Homeland Security
   http://www.ready.gov/america/beinformed/chemical.html
3. Emergency Planning for Chemical Spills
   www.chemicalspill.org
4. Hazardous Materials Incidents
   Talking About Disaster: Guide for Standard Messages
   http://www.redcross.org/images/pdfs/code/hazardous_materials.pdf