Specific Hazard Information / Resources

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:
  • Flooding: What to do before, during and after
• Number 2 - Hazardous Materials in Transit:
  • Hazardous materials incidents
• Number 3 - Fire:
  • Fire Safety Tips
  • Home Fire Safety
  • Smoke Alarms: Install. Inspect. Protect.
• Number 4 - Ice Storm:
  • Winter Storms and Extreme Cold
• Number 5 - Explosion:
  • Preparations for an Explosion
• Number 6 - Severe Storms: (Hurricanes, Tornadoes, Blizzards, Wind/Hail Storms)
  • Prepare for Severe Weather (Learn how to prepare for floods, earthquakes, fires, hurricanes, tornadoes, and other severe weather.)
  • Severe Storm Preparedness Checklist
  • Winter Storms and Extreme Cold
• Number 7 - Transportation Accidents:
  • Transportation Accidents: Hazard-Specific Preparedness Tip