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What To Do
In a
chemical emergency, you are faced with two choices: whether to stay
(shelter-in-place), or go (evacuate).
When do you
Shelter-in-Place?
Sheltering-in-place gives you, the members of your household, or
your employees immediate protection for a short period of time.
Officials will advise sheltering-in-place when:
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The release is expected to last for a short time;
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The chemical has a low health hazard,
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There's not enough time to evacuate, or
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Fumes could quickly overtake you if
you are outside
How to
Shelter-in-Place
If you are told to shelter-in-place, do the following:
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Take children and pets indoors immediately.
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Cover your mouth and nose with a damp cloth.
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Close and lock all doors and windows.
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Shut off heating, cooling and fans that draw in air
from the
outside.
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Go into a room with the fewest doors and windows.
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Seal cracks around the door and windows with duct tape.
Place
wet towels between the bottom of the door and floor.
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Listen to local radio or TV station, or a NOAA Weather Radio
for
instruction.
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Stay in the room and listen to your radio or TV until you are
told all is safe or you are told to evacuate.
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Avoid using the telephone. Call 9-1-1 only in life-threatening
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As one of the largest industrial employers
in Liberty County, Georgia, we are committed to
the safety of our employees
and neighbors
and to serving the community.
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