Step 3: Listen for Information

Contact Information
Office of Emergency Coordination (OEC)

Department of Health and Senior Services
P.O. Box 570
Jefferson City, MO 65102-0570

24/7 Public Health Emergency Hotline: 800-392-0272

FAX: 573-526-8389

Phone

For questions about a possible poisoning or any other poison-related questions, contact the Missouri Poison Center at 800-222-1222.

Listen for information about what to do and where to go during an actual emergency.

It is important to stay calm in an emergency. Get as much information about the situation as possible. If there is no electricity, make sure to have a battery-powered radio with extra batteries so you can listen for updates and instructions.

City, county, and state officials have developed emergency plans. In the event of an actual emergency, it’s important to follow their instructions and advice. They will provide you with the latest information.

Disaster & Emergency Planning

For questions about a possible poisoning or any other poison-related questions, contact the Missouri Poison Center at 800-222-1222.