Hazards During Cleanup Work Following Wildfires

• 2019

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The purpose of this web page is to discuss some of the health and safety hazards that homeowners and workers may encounter after a wildfire. Although the types of hazards may be different for each wildfire, the page describes 13 common hazards.

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Hazard: Natural Disasters

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians

Emergency Management Stages: Recovery; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Disasters; Safety; Wildfires; Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points

Institutions: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only. It does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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