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Ramsey County | Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan III  Summer weather hazards (e.g., extreme heat, severe storms)  Winter weather hazards (e.g., blizzards, ice storms) • Medium-Risk Hazards:  Flooding  Drought  Hazardous materials incidents  Infrastructure failure  Human-caused hazards (e.g., cyberattacks, terrorism) • Low-Risk Hazards:  Geologic hazards (e.g., landslides, sinkholes)  Dam/levee failure The risk assessment also incorporated social vulnerability factors, highlighting the increased risks faced by low-income populations, non-English speakers, elderly individuals, and people with disabilities. Mitigation Strategy The 2025 mitigation strategy builds on actions from the 2019 plan, with updates to reflect emerging risks. Key actions include: • Strengthening infrastructure resilience through flood mitigation projects, power grid improvements, and stormwater management upgrades. • Expanding emergency preparedness programs for vulnerable populations. • Enhancing public alert systems and risk communication strategies. • Integrating hazard mitigation into urban planning and land-use policies. • Securing funding for resilience projects through federal, state, and local sources. Each jurisdiction has committed to at least one new or ongoing mitigation action to address their specific risks. Plan Implementation & Maintenance The plan outlines an implementation framework with: • Annual monitoring and evaluation of progress. • Integration with local planning mechanisms, including zoning laws and emergency response plans. • Continued public involvement through updates, community forums, and educational campaigns.