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<br />Ramsey County | Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan 96 <br />Civil unrest is most likely to take place in urban areas and locations where large groups of people can <br />gather, such as city centers, public squares, government buildings, and university campuses. These areas <br />are often chosen for protests and demonstrations due to their visibility, accessibility, and symbolic <br />significance. <br />Cyberattacks are most likely to target critical infrastructure, financial institutions, government agencies, <br />healthcare systems, large corporations, and any organizations that handle sensitive or valuable data. <br />Additionally, cyberattacks can affect individual users through personal devices, social media accounts, <br />and online services. These targets are chosen due to the potential for significant disruption, financial <br />gain, or access to sensitive information. <br />Terrorism is most likely to take place in high-profile public spaces, government buildings, transportation <br />hubs, tourist attractions, and large gatherings or events such as concerts, festivals, or sports arenas. <br />These locations are targeted for their potential to cause maximum casualties, widespread fear, and <br />significant media attention. <br />3.14.3 EXTENT <br />The extent of a human-caused hazard can be defined by several key factors: <br />• Geographic Scope: The specific geographical area affected by the hazard, which could range <br />from a single location (e.g., a building or city block) to a broader region or even global impact in <br />the case of cyberattacks. <br />• Intensity and severity: The level of violence, disruption, or damage caused by the hazard, <br />including casualties, injuries, property damage, and economic impact. <br />• Duration: The period over which the hazard persists, from the initial incident to the resolution <br />or containment by authorities. <br />• Psychological and social impact: The emotional and psychological effects on individuals and <br />communities, including fear, trauma, and social unrest. <br />• Response and recovery efforts: The effectiveness and timeliness of emergency response, law <br />enforcement actions, and recovery efforts to mitigate the hazard's effects and restore normalcy. <br />• Broader implications: The potential for the hazard to impact societal norms, public policy, <br />international relations, and the overall sense of security and resilience within affected <br />communities. <br />Defining the extent of a human-caused hazard involves assessing these dimensions to understand its full <br />impact and implications for preparedness, response, and mitigation efforts. <br />3.14.4 HISTORY <br />Ramsey County has several notable human-caused hazard incidents in its history. News archives and <br />local government agencies were consulted to obtain this information. According to these records and <br />accounts, there have been at least 5 significant human-caused hazard incidents reported between 1950 <br />and July 2024. This dataset recorded at least 3 deaths and an indeterminable number of injuries since <br />1950; at least $354M in damages were recorded from these incidents. Notable incidents since 1950 are <br />displayed in Table 29.