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7.10.3 Possible Impacts
Effects on Individual
Loss of Life
Burns
Injuries demanding Surgical treatment
Exposure to toxic material
Specific demands raised or required
Section VII : Response Structure
In most cases, orthopedic surgery and fractures need immediate attention.
Expertise of fire brigade, mutual aid and response groups (MARG), may be essential.
The police may require to cordon off the area.
Chemical accidents may generate a demand for treatment for burns and exposure to
poisonous substances which may mean a specialised service not generally available
with medical practitioners.
Nature of injuries may demand immediate transfer of injured to poison centres.
Loss of life, property and goods may require damage assessment procedures to avoid
litigation and delays in gratuitous relief and compensation including insurance.
Areas indicating spread of toxic gases should be declared out of bounds and strict
vigil should be kept by police to prohibit trespassing.
Alteration in wind direction when it covers a settlement create immediate demands
for evacuation and relief till such time that an all-clear signal is given.
Environmental Effects
water pollution
air pollution
effect on vegetation
Specific demands raised or required
On a long-term basis monitoring of air, water and soil quality will have to be carried
out.
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