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Public alert and warning systems for chemical plant emergencies

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OSTI ID:7246361
This paper assesses public warning systems for fixed-site chemical facilities. Based on data collected in 137 communities, current warning systems, except in a few cases, lag behind what can be defined as state-of-the-art practices. The current systems will likely be adequate for slowly developing events, but would fail to provide timely warning in a rapid release situation.
Research Organization:
Oak Ridge National Lab., TN (USA); Federal Emergency Management Agency, Washington, DC (USA)
DOE Contract Number:
AC05-84OR21400
OSTI ID:
7246361
Report Number(s):
CONF-8805103-2; ON: DE88011007
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English