B6 DRRR Reporting

Community Hazard Hunt

What is a Hazard?
A hazard is anything that has the potential to cause damage, harm, or adverse health effects to
something or someone. It is a dangerous phenomenon, substance, human activity, or condition
that can result in death, injury, or other health consequences; property damage; loss of livelihood
and services; social and economic disruption; or environmental damage.

Stagnant Water Follow Up Information:

Meaning: Mosquito larvae can be found in standing water. The larvae require very little water,
and they can be housed in anything as small as a puddle of water on a discarded plastic bag.
Effects: Mosquitoes can cause itchy bites and cause more problems, such as transmitting
dangerous illnesses and viruses. Stagnant water is a breeding ground for bacteria and other
parasites that can be very dangerous to your health. In turn, there's a higher probability that
standing water contains harmful waterborne pathogens, such as Legionella.

Damaged Road Follow Up Informed:

Meaning: Tarmac and asphalt are typically long-lasting road surfaces, and some of our oldest
roads are built on foundations that are more than a decade old. Regardless, asphalt does not last
forever. Because large surfaces are constantly exposed to the elements, street damage is
unavoidable, as evidenced by potholes, alligator cracking, and uneven surfaces on many major
highways.
Effects: Poor road conditions can lead to more than just a bumpy ride. Roads can deteriorate to
the level where they become dangerous. Uneven road surfaces can cause a driver to lose control
of their vehicle, leading to a crash or rollover accident and injuring the driver, passengers, and
pedestrians. Dangerous road conditions accidents can lead to serious, life-threatening injuries,
including head trauma, brain injury, neck or back injury, broken bones, eye injuries, and internal
injuries.

Tangled Wires Follow Up Information:

Meaning: These cables can cause: Stumbling, injuries, and pulling down electronics—electrical
shocks, especially when cables wear out. And short circuits lead to electrical fires.