"When liquid mercury is spilled, it forms droplets that can accumulate in the tiniest of spaces and in small pools and droplets and then emit vapors into the air. Mercury vapor in the air is odorless, colorless, and very toxic. Whole families have been poisoned from mercury spills in the home which have not been cleaned up or were cleaned up improperly, especially by using an ordinary vacuum cleaner. Children are at highest risk. Pets are at risk, also. The small amount of mercury in a fever thermometer or fluorescent bulb is not likely to cause a problem but should still be cleaned up. For additional information about mercury, including health effects, see the NJDHSS publication: n Your Mercury Exposure"
"When liquid mercury is spilled, it forms droplets that can accumulate in the tiniest of spaces and in small pools and droplets and then emit vapors into the air. Mercury vapor in the air is odorless, colorless, and very toxic. Whole families have been poisoned from mercury spills in the home which have not been cleaned up or were cleaned up improperly, especially by using an ordinary vacuum cleaner. Children are at highest risk. Pets are at risk, also. The small amount of mercury in a fever thermometer or fluorescent bulb is not likely to cause a problem but should still be cleaned up. For additional information about mercury, including health effects, see the NJDHSS publication: n Your Mercury Exposure"