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Tear-gas in France
Tear-gas in France
Foreigners visiting Europe might be ignorant and not prepared to the fact that European police use tear-gas widely in its operations (and at times inaccurately). For that reason foreigners might be ignorant about an erodent, poisonous nature of aggressive substances, used in tear-gas compositions. It means that one whom tear-gas was applied to should waste no time before calling for medical help, as the state of sight worsens with minutes and the more damage is done, the less recovery is expected. Consider the possibility that you are unable to look up for a phone number, cafes and most public places are closed, so that you have nowhere to wash you eyes, and policemen refuse to help you, also be ready that your cell phone may be blocked by police.
Keep in mind that French police practise quite aggressive tactics, which means that force might be applied to an individual without warning (or getting sure it is received) and trying to solve the potential problem by talking it over. This state is worsened by unwillingness or inability of officers to speak foreign languages, including English. The other disturbing truth is that special force officers (meant to deal with mass riots) wear black uniforms and windscreened helmets which does work as camouflage in the dark time of evening and night and is not easily recognized as a policeman uniform.
Consult your ophthalmologist for more information.
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