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Hazardous Debris Falls on Tracy After Warehouse Fire
13 Jun
Summary
- San Joaquin County warns Tracy residents to avoid contact with fire debris.
- Debris may contain hazardous materials like respiratory irritants and carcinogens.
- Residents with respiratory issues after smoke inhalation should seek medical help.
San Joaquin County's Office of Emergency Services issued a critical advisory for Tracy residents following the Medline warehouse fire. Residents are strongly cautioned against touching or moving any fire debris that may have fallen on their properties. This debris could harbor hazardous substances such as respiratory irritants, toxic gases, carcinogens, and neurotoxins, presenting significant health risks.
Officials emphasized that direct contact with the debris should be avoided. If residents inhale smoke from the fire and develop symptoms like sudden respiratory distress, headaches, dizziness, or nausea, they should report to the nearest emergency department. Health advisories also recommend staying indoors, limiting outdoor activity for pets, and setting air conditioners to recirculate mode to mitigate smoke exposure. Residents can monitor smoke patterns via the AirNow Smoke Map.
The city of Tracy has initiated street sweeping operations to clear debris, beginning in Tracy Hills and expanding to Ellis. Further sweeping is scheduled for Monday, June 15. For detailed information and guidance on hazardous materials, residents are directed to the San Joaquin County Office of Emergency Services website.
