Earthquakes Unleash Toxins at Home

According to earthquake experts, the dangers posed by exposure to environmental toxins in the aftermath of even a mild earthquake is an important concern.

The inhalation of toxins, through bottle breakage and leaks of common household products, can pose dangers to families and pets.

Such commonly-present in-home agents such as pool chemicals, antifreeze, drain openers, motor oil, harsh cleansers, can turn a home into a mini haz-mat site in the aftermath of a tremblor.

In addition to in-home toxins, outdoor air quality can be impacted by hazardous material release in the atmosphere by commercial sites. Tips and advice for dealing with environmental toxins in the aftermath of an earthquake can be found at Washington State Department of Health and L.A. County Online.

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