Background
ATSDR Emergency Response Teams are available 24 hours a day. They are comprised of toxicologists, physicians, and other scientists available to assist during an emergency involving hazardous substances in the environment.
Keep in mind
Emergency Response at ATSDR
CDC's Emergency Operations Center at (770) 488-7100
Ask for ATSDR Duty Officer / 24-Hours
Resources
Information for persons who respond to or oversee emergency events involving chemicals, radioactive...
Resources to assist health professionals treating individuals who have been exposed to chemicals.
Support for Regional, State, and Local office, and other partners, when handling an emergency.
This section provides information on how to prepare for potential emergencies before they occur.
Content Source:
Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry