Everything You Need to Know About Tear Gas

Everything You Need to Know About Tear Gas

Everything You Need to Know About Tear Gas The use of different types of tear gas goes back to World War I.

Modern tear gas is extremely powerful.

A single milligram per cubic meter is all it takes to cause irritation to a human being.

Tear gases can wreak havoc on the mucous membranes of the lungs, eyes, nose and mouth.

It can cause stinging and burning sensations along with tearing, coughing and breathing difficulties.

Tear gasses are illegal to use in warfare.

The Chemical Weapons Convention banned chemical weapons in 1993.

The international treaty doesn't address national domestic use.

This means police can legally use tear gas on citizens.

The best way to treat low exposure to tear gas is to move into clear, fresh air.

Some asthma medications can also help restore breathing.

Skin exposure should be treated with soap and water.

Eyes should be flushed with a saline solution or sterile water.

Protesters in the U.S. have also been using milk or a mixture of water and baking soda to flush their faces and eyes.