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<br />Ramsey County | Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan 20 <br />• Long-term implications for infrastructure integrity if materials seep into soil, groundwater, or air <br />systems. <br />Impact on the Environment <br />• Contamination of air, water, and soil, potentially affecting large areas and leading to short- and <br />long-term ecological damage. <br />• Destruction of natural habitats, with harmful effects on wildlife and plant life. <br />• Challenges in restoring affected environments, with potential for lasting degradation of <br />ecosystems. <br />• Risk of bioaccumulation of hazardous substances in the food chain, affecting both wildlife and <br />human populations. <br />Impact on the Economy of the Jurisdiction <br />• Significant economic losses due to business closures, property damage, and costs associated <br />with cleanup and decontamination. <br />• Potential long-term economic downturn if the incident affects key industries in the region. <br />• Increased healthcare costs due to treatment of affected individuals and long-term health <br />monitoring. <br />• Potential decrease in property values and attractiveness of the area for investment or <br />development. <br />Impact on Public Confidence in the Jurisdiction's Governance <br />• Erosion of public trust if the incident is perceived as preventable or if the response is seen as <br />inadequate. <br />• Increased scrutiny and criticism of regulatory and oversight agencies responsible for hazardous <br />materials management. <br />• Pressure to improve safety regulations, emergency response capabilities, and communication <br />strategies to prevent future incidents. <br /> <br />3.11 Summer Weather Hazards <br />3.11.1 PROFILE <br />The summer weather hazards chapter encompasses natural weather hazards most likely to occur in the <br />spring and summer months. The most common types of summer weather hazards experienced in <br />Ramsey County are described below. <br />• Extreme heat: The NWS does not have a set definition for extreme heat, but instead calibrates <br />the point at which forecasters warn residents based on the region's climate. For central states, <br />including Minnesota, Heat Advisories are issued when the heat index exceeds 100 degrees. <br />Excessive Heat Warnings are issued when the heat index exceeds 105 degrees.