Know the Risks
The first step of preparedness is to know the risks in your area. There are a variety of risks and hazards in Canada and in Nova Scotia. Being prepared allows you to know what to do when an emergency arises.
In 2022, REMO completed a hazard risk assessment and identified the most common hazards in Lunenburg County. This is not an exhaustive list and even though a risk may not be listed here, it could present itself at any time. An all-hazard approach considers being prepared for any type of emergency as many aspects of a response are similar, thus allowing you to prepare once.
Emergencies can happen anywhere, at any time and with little time to react. Some are seasonal risks while others occur without warning.
Lunenburg County Hazard Analysis Summary (2022)
Based on Likelihood and Impact
Lunenburg County - 2022 Hazard Risk Vulnerability Assessment
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Catastrophic |
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Critical |
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Solar Storm |
Power / Communication Failure
Supply Chain Disruption |
Hurricane
Forest Fire / Urban Fire
Flood / Storm Surge |
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Serious |
Structural Failure
Tornado
Tsunami
Terrorist Act |
Hazardous Spill / Release
Large Scale Contamination
Explosion
Chemical / Industrial Fire |
Transportation Accident
Epidemic / Pandemic |
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Moderate |
Earthquake
Mass Migration |
Drought
Sporadic Outbreak
Technical Failure
Civil Unrest / Disobedience
Labour Disruption |
Individual Criminal Act
Animal Disease |
Snow / Ice Storm
Extreme Cold
Extreme Heat |
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Minor |
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Infestation Landslide / Land Subsidence |
Lightning |
Fog |
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Very Low |
Low |
Medium |
High |
Very High |
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LIKELIHOOD |
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