For the purpose of this chapter, the following definition shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
DANGEROUS OR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES OR MATERIALS. Any substance which is spilled, leaked, or otherwise released from its container, which, in the determination of the Fire Chief/Fire Marshal or his or her authorized representative, is dangerous or harmful to the environment or human or animal life, health, or safety, or is obnoxious by reason of odor, or as set forth in the regulations of the Office of Hazardous Material Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation, to constitute a danger or threat to the public health, safety, or welfare; and shall include, but not be limited to, substances such as chemicals and gases, explosives, radioactive materials, petroleum or petroleum products or gases, poisons, etiologic (biologic) agents, flammables, and corrosives.
(Ord. 1992-10, passed 8-17-1992; Am. Ord. 123, passed 6-21-1999)