Which section of the Emergency Response Guidebook provides the fire or explosion and health hazard information?

The section of the Emergency Response Guidebook that provides information related to fire or explosion hazards and health risks is the Orange section. This section is specifically designed to address concerns about the immediate hazards associated with materials, including flammability, reactive properties, and toxic health effects.

In emergencies involving hazardous materials, understanding these hazards is crucial for first responders, as it informs them of the necessary precautions to take and the protective measures needed during initial attack operations. The Orange section acts as a guide to appropriately assess the risk and devise a plan for safe containment and incident management.

The other sections, while important for different types of information—such as initial isolation distances, evacuation guidelines, or specific chemical properties—do not focus on the specific health and fire hazards covered in the Orange section.