Meth is just plain nasty stuff.
Why do I have this on our home inspection website? I am a certified first responder with the fire department on meth labs. I have seen first hand what meth does to individuals and families. Meth also has implication in the real estate industry and we should all be aware of the dangers of meth byproducts and meth houses.
Methamphetamines are synthetic amphetamines or stimulants that are produced and sold illegally in pill form, Methamphetamine is the devil’s drug capsules, powder and chunks. An amphetamine is a chemical that has stimulant properties similar to adrenaline. Like adrenaline, methamphetamines stimulate the central nervous system, and are extremely addictive. After the effects of meth wears off, it can cause severe withdrawal that is more intense and longer lasting than both speed and cocaine. Methamphetamines may be known as meth, crank, glass, speed, and crystal.
Many people may be unaware that they’re living near a meth lab. Here are some things to look for:
If you suspect a meth lab in your neighborhood, contact your local police department
Methamphetamine Facts
- Fast Facts About Methamphetamine
- No nonsense facts about Methamphetamine. Fact: Methamphetamine use among high school seniors more than doubled between 1990 & 1996. Fact: Every pound of meth produced leaves behind five to six pounds of toxic waste.
- Toxicity, Methamphetamine
- Toxicity of meth and amphetamines effecting the cardiovascular, central nervous and pulmonary systems.
- Skagit County Meth Page
- Video on Meth In Skagit County