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Ramsey County | Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan 87 • Potential for responder fatigue and mental health challenges due to prolonged and intense operations. Impact on Continuity of Operations • Disruption of government operations due to damage to administrative buildings, communication networks, and essential infrastructure. • Potential delays in providing public services, impacting community support and recovery efforts. Impact on Property, Facilities, and Infrastructure • Extensive damage or destruction of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, including critical infrastructure, including power lines, water supply systems, and transportation networks. • High repair and reconstruction costs, leading to prolonged recovery periods. Impact on the Environment • Uprooting of trees and destruction of natural habitats, impacting local wildlife. • Potential for hazardous material spills from damaged industrial sites, contaminating soil and water sources. Impact on the Economy of the Jurisdiction • Economic losses due to business closures, property damage, and interruption of commercial activities. • Significant financial burden on local government and residents for recovery and rebuilding efforts. • Potential decline in property values and loss of tax revenue. Impact on Public Confidence in the Jurisdiction's Governance • Public scrutiny and potential dissatisfaction with the government's preparedness and response efforts. 3.13 Winter Weather Hazards 3.13.1 PROFILE According to the NWS, a winter weather event is “a winter weather phenomenon (such as snow, sleet, ice, wind chill) that impacts public safety, transportation, and/or commerce”. The most common types of winter weather phenomena experienced in Ramsey County are described below. • Blizzard: A dangerous winter storm that contains large amounts of snow or blowing snow, coupled with winds above 35mph and visibility less than a quarter of a mile.