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The Nevada State Health Division
has the responsibility to respond to radiological
incidents and emergencies statewide, for the purpose of
protection of public health, property, and the
environment. These response activities are conducted in
conjunction with the State of Nevada Comprehensive
Emergency Management Plan.
The Radiation Control Program
staff maintains equipment and resources to respond to
radiation incidents and emergencies. Resources include
trained staff in northern and southern Nevada with
survey equipment capable of alpha, beta, gamma, X-ray
and neutron detection, and measurement capability.
The Program includes an
after-hours duty officer schedule to ensure that
technical staff is available at all times to respond to
state, county, and local radiation emergency needs.
Assistance for radiological
incidents and emergencies can be obtained by calling the
office during normal business hours at (775) 687-7550 or
by contacting the Nevada Highway Patrol dispatch at
(775) 687-0400 for after-hours assistance. Health
Division staff will be contacted through the dispatch to
provide assistance.
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