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Arson Tip Line:
713-222-8477
Safety Complaint:
281-999-2200
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800-590-0005
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Harris County Fire Marshal
2318 Atascocita Rd.
Humble, TX 77396
phone: 281-436-8000
fax: 281-436-8005
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HazMat Response FAQ
Q:
What do I do if I have a HazMat emergency?
A:
If you have a hazardous materials emergency, you can request the Harris County Hazardous Materials Response Team by calling 800-590-0005
Be prepared to give the dispatcher the following information:
Your Location
The type of hazard you believe may be present (fire, spill, unusual odor)
Any exposures or injuries
The wind direction at the incident location
A call-back number where you can be reached
Q:
Why does the HazMat Response group exist?
A:
Following the events of September 11th, 2001 the overall HazMat response capabilities of Harris County were evaluated. With Harris County being located in the petrochemical capitol of the world and having such strong ties to our national infrastructure, a decision was made to create additional HazMat response teams in our area. Here are some interesting facts about the Harris County Team.
HC HMRT is a FEMA, Type 1 Hazardous Materials Response Team.
The team was established in early 2002 by Harris County Commissioners Court.
Currently HC HMRT is the second busiest HazMat Team in the region.
The Team is staffed by 12 full time TCFP certified HazMat Technicians and 12 part-time certified Tech
Q:
How do I order the 2008 Emergency Response Guidebooks?
A:
All Harris County Fire Departments, EMS agencies, law enforcement agencies, and Offices of Emergency Management may request the 2008 DOT ERG by
clicking here
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