Radiation emergencies can result from terrorist activities or nuclear power plant accidents.
Hazardous Materials Incident
Recommended guidelines for the period following a hazardous materials incident (FEMA)
Radioactive Contamination and Radiation Exposure
Explanation of the difference between contamination and exposure and how you can limit contamination (Centers for Disease Control)
Acute Radiation Syndrome
What you need to know about radiation sickness (Centers for Disease Control)
Potassium Iodide (KI)
FAQs about the use of KI in radiation emergencies (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)
Nuclear Power Plant Emergency
What to do before, during and after a nuclear power plant emergency (FEMA) |