The US Forest Service provides guidelines for the safe cleanup of flame retardants and other fire suppression chemicals used during wildfire response.

The information includes:

• Cleanup Procedures: Detailed steps for cleaning up fire retardants from various surfaces, including soil, vegetation, buildings, and vehicles
• Environmental Impact Mitigation: Recommendations for preventing contamination of waterways and sensitive ecosystems during cleanup
• Safety Protocols: Best practices for personal safety when handling and removing fire suppression chemicals
• Disposal Guidelines: Instructions for properly disposing of chemical residues to comply with environmental regulations

Web pages

• Home - https://www.fs.usda.gov/ 
• Wildland Fire Retardant Clean-Up Hints - https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprd3851595.pdf