It is important to have a general plan for emergencies, however, knowing what types of emergencies are most likely to occur can help you fine-tune your plan. Here in Steuben County, the Office of Emergency Services has done a hazard vulnerability analysis. Of more than 30 hazards reviewed, the following hazards were identified as the greatest chance of occurring in Steuben County:
- Number 1 - Flood/Flash Flooding:
- Number 2 - Hazardous Materials in Transit:
- Number 3 - Fire:
- Number 4 - Ice Storm:
- Number 5 - Explosion:
- Number 6 - Severe Storms: (Hurricanes, Tornadoes, Blizzards, Wind/Hail Storms)
- Number 7 - Transportation Accidents: