Sewer gas exposure

●Urgent

⚠️ Check: Is the area safe for you to approach?

Fresh air if sick. Never enter sewer space. Call 112 if collapsed.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT enter manhole or septic tank to rescue — multiple fatalities common.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT use open flame near sewer openings.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT ignore smell because "sewers always smell" — sudden strong odor is different.

DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Call 112 if person collapsed — confined space rescue needed.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Municipal sewer emergency for ongoing odor or blocked main.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Report exact manhole or drain location.

Know your limits: DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Never enter confined sewer spaces. Rescue requires trained teams with breathing equipment.

This helper does not contact emergency services. You must call yourself.

When you are safe, you can read more about this emergency.

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