Chemical Emergencies

Specific Chemical Agents

• A–Z List of Agents

• List of Agents by Category

Info for the General Public

• Overview
• Chemical-Specific Fact Sheets
• Toxicology FAQs

• Sheltering in Place
• Evacuation
• Personal Cleaning & Disposal of Contaminated Clothing

Info for Professionals

• Case Definitions
• Toxic Syndrome Descriptions
• Toxicological Profiles
• Training
• First Responders

• Medical Management
• Emergency Response Cards
• Lab Info
• Surveillance
• Preparation & Planning

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News & Highlights

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• Facts About Hydrogen Fluoride
• Facts About Benzene
• Webcast: Recognition of Chemical Associated Gastrointestinal Foodborne Illness
• Case Definitions for Chemical Poisoning
• Video Webcast: "Assessing Chemical Exposure: A Different Approach"
• Hazardous Substances Emergency Events Surveillance System
• Contacts for Lab Testing To Confirm Exposure in Chemical Terrorism Events
• Video Webcast: "Recognition of Illness Associated With Chemical Exposure"