injuries and poisoning
Incendiary Agents and Hydrogen Fluoride (HF)
Diagnosis of Incendiary Agent Injuries
A doctor's evaluation Burns from an incendiary agent are readily apparent to first responders. However, because burns caused by HF (particularly in low concentrations) take time to cause symptoms, medical personnel remain vigilant for injury done to the person's deep tissues and organs. Burns caused by white phosphorus may glow or smoke when exposed to air. 