Chemical Threat
  • Several U.S. Government agencies and nonprofit organizations provide information below on dealing with chemical threats and emergencies. To report oil and chemical spills and radiation emergencies, call the National Response Center toll-free at 1-800-424-8802 or use the online reporting tool.

    Information on what to do before, during and after a chemical emergency
    (American Red Cross)

    What to do before, during and after a household chemical emergency
    (FEMA)

    Fact sheets on chemical agents as well as details on sheltering in place, evacuation and decontamination
    (Centers for Disease Control)

    Possible signs of a chemical attack and what do do before, during and afterward
    (FEMA)

    Get Chemical Emergency updates by email, watch videos and read associated journal articles
    (U.S. National Library of Medicine)