Hazards

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Definition

In Emergency Preparedness, a hazard is an event that could potentially create a disaster or emergency event in our community. A disaster, is an event that can disrupt community activity and can possibly cause widespread damage.

What Hazards Could Affect Bothell?

Bothell is susceptible to several different types of hazards that can be broken down into 4 categories: Geological HazardsWeather HazardsPublic Health Hazardsand Civil Safety Hazards. In each section, we explain the types of hazards that pose a risk to our community and provide resources that can help you be better prepared in case disaster strikes.