Chemical incidents considered an emergency in Jersey include a toxic chemical release and major land, air, or water contamination.
If you think you've been contaminated by a toxic chemical follow the
Remove, Remove, Remove guidance from NARU.
If you're told that there's a cloud of hazardous material in your area, take the following steps to protect yourself and your family:
- go indoors, stay there and tune into local radio and television for further information
- close all doors and windows, shut down all ventilation and air conditioning systems and block obvious draughts. Unblock these vents before switching everything back on
- extinguish all flames, for example, pilot lights
- get out your home emergency pack
- cover or put all food in a closed, sealed cupboard or container
- wash and peel all fruit and vegetables before eating
- do not try to collect your children from school unless told to do so. They'll be looked after by the school
- do not go outside until you're told to do so. Even if everything appears normal
- do not use rainwater. For example, water butts should be discarded
- keep animals inside and do not stroke or pat any animals that have been outside
- listen for public announcements. They'll inform you when it's safe to go outside, and any other actions you should take
BBC Jersey
Channel Television
Channel 103FM
Jersey Evening Post
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