Asbestos and Natural Disasters Guide

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• Michelle Whitmer; Walter Pacheco; Arti Shukla

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This blog post provides safety tips for dealing with natural disasters like wildfires, hurricanes, floods, and tornadoes. It describes the risks of asbestos exposure during these events and how to prevent it. Key advice includes using NIOSH-approved respirators, wearing protective clothing, and wetting debris before handling it. The post also suggests having an emergency plan with supplies like water, food, flashlights, and a first aid kit. It emphasizes staying informed through local alerts and contacting professionals for asbestos cleanup if needed to ensure safety after a disaster strikes.

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Focus Area: Natural Disasters

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians; Families & Children

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

Keywords: Asbestos; Earthquakes; Floods; Natural Disasters; Tornadoes; Wildfires

Institutions: The Mesothelioma Center

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