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Respond to Notice of a Chemical Emergency

If there is a chemical emergency, please stay calm. If it occurs outdoors and people are in the vicinity of a chemical incident, they should leave the immediate area, moving at least two miles away from the site of the release. If in a residence, turn on the radio to an Emergency Alerting System (EAS) station for information and directions. Stay off the telephone. The telephone lines may be needed for official business. Emergency Activation Radio Stations are WMAL 0630 AM, WTOP 1500 AM & 103.5 FM, WWRC 1260 AM, WKYS 93.9 FM. SEE WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION.
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Last Updated: 06/15/2022 14:59:18