Radiological Emergencies

To report a radioactive materials incident

During business hours

8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, call:
Radioactive Materials Unit at 651-201-4400

After hours

Contact the Minnesota Duty Officer

Weekdays: 651-649-5451
Toll-Free: 1-800-422-0798
Satellite Phone: 1-254-543-6490

Be ready to provide the following information when contacting the Minnesota Duty Officer:

• Name of caller
• Telephone number for call-backs at the scene or facility
• Have local officials been notified of incident (fire, police, sheriff)
• Date, time and location of the incident (specific)
• Materials and quantity involved in the incident
• Responsible party of the incident (trucking firm name, property or business owner name, etc.)
• What kind of assistance is requested (informational, specialized team assets, etc.)
• What has happened or what is happening

When to call the Duty Officer

• Minnesota Duty Officer Program

Radiation Program at MDH

• Radiation Control