Ethanol production in our area is fast becoming a reality. Responding to incidents, especially fires, at ethanol production facilites will require special equipment and materials. According to a study done in February, 2007 by the Ethanol Emergency Response Coalition, AR-AFFF (Alcohol-Resistant, Aqueous Film-Forming Foam) was the only type of foam agent to effectively extinguish an ethanol fire. This page will be updated as new information becomes available.

• IFSI Ethanol and Renewable Alternative Fuels Resources (Link, opens in new window)
  
• IFSI - Ethanol Guide (PDF viewer required, opens in new window)
  
• IFSI - Ethanol and Alternative Fuels - Public Safety Questions (PDF viewer required, opens in a new window)

• Ethanol Emergency Response Coalition video: Responding to Ethanol Incidents (20 minutes, 2007)  (high speed internet connection recommended)  Click the link to watch (Windows Media Player or compatible required) or Right-click and select 'Save Target As' to download the file to your computer. This is a big file, over 75 Mb, so a high speed connection is recommended for this option.