Dr. Chris Portier

Dr. Chris Portier Verified account

@CDC_DrCPortier

Expert toxicologist dedicated to protecting people from harmful environmental exposures as director of CDC’s NCEH/ATSDR. (RT, following ≠ endorsement)

Atlanta, GA · http://www.cdc.gov/about/leadership/leaders/portier.htm

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  1. 4h

    Prevent CO poisoning. Never leave the motor running in a vehicle parked in an enclosed space, such as a garage.

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  2. 24h

    RT : What's an Evacuspot? They will soon take residence on the streets of . New blog post:

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  3. 12 Feb

    storm safety tip: Never use a gas range or oven to heat a home. Prevent CO poisoning:

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  4. 12 Feb

    Evite el riesgo de electrocución; desconecte el conductor principal de electricidad antes de usar un generador.

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  5. 12 Feb

    Clean up safely after the storm. Learn more here:

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  6. 11 Feb

    Using a generator after the storm? Keep it a min. of 20 ft from open doors, windows to prevent CO poisoning!

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  7. 11 Feb

    Avoid electrocution risks. Switch the main breaker in your home to off before starting a generator.

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  8. 11 Feb

    Take steps to stay safe and healthy after the storm. Learn more:

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  9. 10 Feb

    Aprenda a reconocer los signos de advertencia de la y qué hacer ante ella.

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  10. 10 Feb

    Please RT! Important info on recognizing hypothermia and frostbite: . Stay safe!

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  11. 10 Feb

    Remember to text SNOW to 87000 if you'd like to get storm safety tips sent to your phone.

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  12. 10 Feb

    What should you do if you get stranded in cold weather? Find out here in our weather FAQ:

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  13. 9 Feb

    Evite el envenenamiento por monóxido de carbono, . Siempre use los generadores portátiles afuera.

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  14. 9 Feb

    : Follow your state's Emergency Management Agency for critical info

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  15. 9 Feb

    Check on elderly relatives & neighbors. Kids & the elderly are most at risk for cold-related illness.

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  16. 9 Feb

    Power out b/c of weather? Using a generator? Use it safely to prevent CO poisoning! Important info here:

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  17. 9 Feb

    Visite el sitio web de los CDC sobre el para obtener consejos sobre cómo mantenerse sano y salvo.

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  18. 9 Feb

    Who is most at risk for hypothermia? What are the warning signs? Find out here in our weather FAQ:

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  19. 9 Feb

    Text SNOW to 87000 to get storm safety tips sent to your phone. Please share!

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  20. 9 Feb

    Using a space heater? This quick video from will help you be safe while keeping warm.

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