Environmental Helpline

Self Help Clearinghouse

Indoor Air Quality Information Clearinghouse

Provides information and referral on indoor air quality, pollutants and sources, health effects, control methods, commercial building operations and maintenance. Sponsored by the EPA.
Voice: 1-800-438-4318
Website: http://www.epa.gov
Verified: 10/15/2010

National Lead Information Center

(BILINGUAL) Provides information on lead-based paint for the home and safe work practices for renovating. Distributes EPA literature.
Voice: 1-800-424-5323
Website: http://www.epa.gov
Verified: 10/15/2010

EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) Safe Drinking Water

(BILINGUAL) Provides information on safe drinking water and policy regulations on a variety of environmental concerns.
Voice: 1-800-426-4791
Website: http://www.epa.gov
Verified: 10/15/2010

Chemical Information Referral Center

Takes calls from emergency personnel (firefighters, police) responding to emergency chemical or other hazardous spills. Companies must call 1-800-262-8200 to register (registration fee is required) and then be eligible to report emergency spills with the referral center.
Voice: 1-800-424-9300
Website: http://www.chemtree.com
Verified: 10/15/2010

Center for Disease Control and Prevention Helpline

Provides information on emergency preparedness and response including bioterrorism, chemical and radiation emergencies, mass casualties, natural disasters, severe weather, recent outbreaks and incidence.
Voice: 1-800-232-4636
TDD: 1-888-232-6348
Verified: 10/29/2009