Hazards During Wildland Fire Cleanup

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This webpage describes the dangers and safety tips for cleaning up after wildfires. It warns about unstable structures, trees, carbon monoxide from machines, confined spaces, electrical hazards, hazardous materials like asbestos and lead, heat-related illnesses, musculoskeletal injuries from heavy lifting or awkward postures, smoke inhalation risks and ash exposure. Safety measures include wearing protective gear; using professionals for dangerous tasks; staying hydrated; taking breaks to avoid exhaustion or injury; avoiding disturbed areas with hazardous materials without proper training or equipment. It emphasizes seeking help when needed to ensure safe cleanup efforts.

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Focus Area: Natural Disasters

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians

Emergency Management Stages: Recovery; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning; Disasters; Hazardous Substances; Safety; Smoke Inhalation Injury; Stress, Psychological; Safety Management; Confined Spaces; Personal Protective Equipment; Wildfires; Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points

Institutions: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only. It does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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