Emergency Services / Homeland Security

Important Points to Remember:

• Chemicals are everywhere. They are an important part of life. The most common chemical accidents occur in our own homes and they can be prevented.
• The best ways to avoid chemical accidents are to read and follow the directions for use, storage, and disposal of the product. Do not mix products especially household cleaning products.
• Listen to your emergency broadcast stations on radio and TV.
• Use your phone only in life threatening emergencies. For emergencies only call the Poison Control Center, EMS, 9-1-1, or the operator immediately.
• For information tune in to emergency broadcast radio or tv. Primary stations for the Wasatch Front are: KSL- TV Channel 5; KSL-Radio AM 1160; KALL-Radio AM 700.
• If you are told to shelter-in-place go inside, close all windows and vents, turn off all fans, heating, or cooling systems. Take family members and pets to a safe room, seal windows and doors, and listen to emergency broadcast stations for instructions.
• If you are told to evacuate immediately take your Family Disaster Supplies Kit. Pack only the bare essentials such as medications and leave your home quickly. Follow the traffic route authorities recommend. Do not take shortcuts on the way to the shelter.
• If your find someone who appears to have been injured from chemical exposure make sure you are not in danger before administering first aid.
• The best way to protect yourself
  and your family is to be prepared.