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 resources provide more information about preparing for and recovering from chemical or hazardous material spills and disasters.
- Chemical Fire Recovery (pdf)
- Decontaminating Flooded Wells (En Español) (pdf)
- Farmers and Ranchers, Get Ready! Protect Your Operation Before, During, and After a Disaster (pdf)
- Oil Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Program for Texas Agriculture (pdf)
- Pesticide Properties that Affect Water Quality (pdf)
- Protect Yourself From Chemicals Released During a Natural Disaster (external link)
- Reducing the Risk of Ground Water Contamination by Improving Hazardous Waste Management (pdf)
- Rehabbing Flooded Houses: A Guide for Builders and Contractors (pdf)
- Storing Petroleum Products to Protect Groundwater (pdf)
- Soil Testing Following Flooding, Overland Flow of Wastewater and other Freshwater Disasters (pdf)
Additional Resources:
- Chemical Emergency Preparedness (external link)
- Chemical Threats (external link)
- Hazardous Materials Incidents (external link)
