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<br />Ramsey County | Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan 64 <br />impacting aquatic ecosystems and drinking water sources. Finally, erosion and sedimentation can <br />reduce soil fertility and agricultural productivity, affecting food security and livelihoods. <br />3.9.7.4 County and Community Operations <br />Roads, bridges, and railways are essential for transporting goods and people. Landslides and land <br />subsidence can block roads or damage bridges, disrupting transportation and emergency response <br />efforts. Utility and communication system grids can be damaged, leading to service interruptions and <br />potentially affecting public health and safety. <br />3.9.8 CONSEQUENCE ASSESSMENT <br />Impact on the Public <br />• Risk of injuries or fatalities from sudden landslides or gradual subsidence leading to ground <br />collapse. <br />• Evacuation and temporary relocation of residents from affected areas. <br />• Mental health impacts from displacement and trauma; physical health risks from injuries or <br />exposure to hazardous conditions. <br />Impact on Responders <br />• Difficult terrain and unstable ground conditions hindering emergency response efforts. <br />• Increased risk to responders working in unstable areas prone to further landslides or <br />subsidence. <br />• Need for specialized equipment and training to safely conduct rescue and recovery operations. <br />Impact on Continuity of Operations <br />• Disruption to government services and operations located in or near affected areas. <br />• Potential interruption of critical infrastructure systems, including utilities and transportation <br />networks, if located in landslide or subsidence zones. <br />Impact on Property, Facilities, and Infrastructure <br />• Structural damage or total destruction of buildings located in landslide or subsidence zones. <br />• Damage to schools, hospitals, and other public facilities, necessitating repairs or reconstruction. <br />• Road closures, rail line disruptions, and damage to bridges affecting mobility and logistics. <br />• Damage to water, gas, and electricity lines, leading to service outages and potential hazards. <br />Impact on the Environment <br />• Disruption to local ecosystems and wildlife habitats due to ground movement and landscape <br />alteration. <br />• Increased erosion, sedimentation of water bodies, and potential contamination from disrupted <br />underground utilities.