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WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 (UPI) -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said Friday it has released radio public service announcements on hazards facing those returning to hurricane areas.
Residents who return to their homes and businesses in hurricane affected areas to work on cleanup can pose significant health and environmental challenges, the PSAs say.
The PSAs highlight possible hazardous situations residents may be exposed to, including: leaking natural gas lines; carbon monoxide poisoning from using un-vented fuel-burning equipment indoors; toxic fumes from household cleaners and disinfectants; airborne asbestos and lead dust; hazardous waste and contaminated flood water.
The PSA script and audio files are also being distributed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency to shelters housing evacuees.
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