Specific Hazards

​Chemical Hazards

Chemical threats can come from terrorist attacks, industrial accidents, transportation, and even common household products. The following resources can help you prepare for and recover from a chemical threat:

• To report oil and chemical spills and radiation emergencies, call the National Response Center toll-free at 1-800-424-8802. To see active alerts, go to the National Terrorism Advisory System's homepage.

• To report poison-related emergencies, call the American Association of Poison Control Centers toll-free at 1-800-222-1222.