BioLab Chemical Fire Updates

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Continue to follow the advice of your local EMA’s. However, if you experience symptoms, please contact your health provider or the Georgia Poison Center at 404-856-6252.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call a healthcare provider or 911.

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For the most up-to-date information on the BioLab chemical fire, please follow your county’s website or social media:

Rockdale County
Rockdale County’s Facebook page or rockdalecounty.gov.

Gwinnett
GwinnettCounty.com

Newton
Newton County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page or www.co.newton.ga.us.

Health Department Hours or Closings

As of October 7, 2024, all health department locations are observing regular hours.

GNR Public Health follows recommendations from the agencies responding to the chemical fire to determine if a health center or an environmental health office must close or observe reduced hours. If you are visiting a health department location within an affected area, please call 770.904.3717 to confirm the health center or office is open.

GEMA/HS Coordinates Debris Removal Operations

Under the authorization of Governor Brian Kemp, the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS) will coordinate with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to enlist the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) for debris removal operations in counties declared eligible for Public Assistance following the widespread damage caused by Hurricane Helene.

Read the full press release here.