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What should you do when you inhale toxic fumes?
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Toxic fumes: Get away from the fumes as quickly as possible. Then call 911 or get to an emergency room.
Answered 12/8/2018
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Toxic fumes: Obviously you first remove yourself from the fumes. If you have severe and persistent coughing,wheezing or shortness of breath, go to the hospital emergency room for evaluation and possible treatment.
Answered 1/31/2021
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