The only outside air entering this area will be pumped through special filters area that will screen out toxic chemicals. Food, water, blankets and medical supplies will be provided. These buildings lie within the Immediate Response Zone, an area around the depot outlined in an official emergency response plan. An off-post release of chemicals from weapons stored at the Umatilla Chemical Depot is very unlikely. However, these chemicals pose a serious human health hazard if present in high enough concentrations.
Characteristics Has no odor or color.
Evaporates quickly, like water. Looks like oil. Has no odor. Garlic or mustard smell at toxic levels. Routes of possible exposure Greatest threat is from breathing GB vapors.