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Chemical or Radiation Spill

SHELTER IN PLACE AND CALL 911

  • Report any spillage of a hazardous chemical or radioactive material immediately to the police department at 911.
  • When reporting, provide the following information:
  • Your name
           • Name of material spilled
           • Estimated amount
           • Exact location of spill
           • Any injuries
           • Actions you have taken
  • The police dispatch will contact the necessary emergency personnel.
  • Vacate the affected area at once and seal it off to prevent further contamination.
  • If a building emergency exists, activate the fire alarm. Evacuate the building by the nearest available exit.
  • DO NOT USE THE ELEVATORS.
  • Once outside, move to an area that is at least 500 feet away from the affected building. Keep streets and walkways clear for emergency vehicles and crews.
  • DO NOT RETURN TO AN EVACUTED BUILDING unless authorized by police.

PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: If persons with disabilities cannot safely evacuate, assist them to a safe location near a building exit and notify emergency personnel of their location. REFER ALSO TO “BUILDING EVACUATION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES”