What is an LEPC?
An LEPC (local emergency planning committee) is a group of representatives in your community that have an interest in hazardous materials safety.
Members should include; fire department, law enforcement, health care, media, schools, industry, transportation, public health, VOAD and others. As a group they will identify potential risks your community faces from hazardous chemicals stored in and/or transported around your community. The LEPC should seek ways to help minimize the risks, prevent accidents, and assist in the development of plans to deal with a chemical emergency. Another core component of an LEPC is education. Through the LEPC the public will be able to seek out information about chemicals in their community and identify safety plans within their own families.
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Our mission is to serve as the focal point for chemical disaster planning and implementation
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Preparedness
Learn more about how our LEPC works to strengthen citizen preparedness in the event of disaster
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Education
Preparing your family for a disaster is easy with the right information and emergency plan
Learn MoreSafety Tips for Hazardous Chemicals
If you should happen upon a transportation accident involving hazardous chemicals:
- Move immediately to a safe area away from the chemical(s). (1,000 feet minimum is recommended)
- DO NOT interact with any chemical(s) at the scene.
- Call 9-1-1 to notify emergency personnel. Give them as much information as possible without exposing yourself to danger.
- Alert others and keep them away from possible danger.
- Notify emergency personnel immediately if you become exsposed to chemicals.
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