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Infrastructure Failure - Building Collapse

Definition

A building collapse is the sudden structural failing, partially or entirely, of a building, threatening human life and health. When internal load-bearing structural elements fail, a building will collapse into itself, and exterior walls pulled into the falling structure. This scenario may be caused by construction activity, an earthquake or fire, and may result in a dense debris field with a small footprint. Alternatively, if an explosion or natural forces such as weather cause structural failure, the building may collapse in an outward direction, resulting in a less dense and more scattered debris field.

Location and Extent of the Building Collapse

The potential for this threat exists throughout the City in all settings. Building inspectors and Code Enforcement officials are most familiar with this hazard.  The impact of termites city-wide, combined with the very wet climate of New Orleans, creates rot that increases property maintenance costs and can cause structural failures. Building codes and enforcement, as well as the work of the New Orleans Mosquito, Termite, and Rodent Control Board (MRTCB), are part of the mitigation efforts to address this hazard.

Severity of Building Collapse

The scope and size of buildings and the exact cause of the collapse mean that there are varying degrees of severity in this emergency. In the worst-case scenario, a large, multi-story, mixed-use commercial and residential building collapses in a densely populated area of the city, such as the French Quarter. This could be due to the age of the building, impact from other hazards, or manmade action. On a smaller scale, there have been collapses of single-story uninhabited dwellings that were blighted or severely damaged from storm activity. 

Previous Occurrences of Building Collapse

Building collapses are frequently the result of another incident or event, such as resulting from a fire or tornadic activity. Partial building collapses are reported several times a year.

September 2013 - a house in the 100 block of Mound Avenue was being elevated to mitigate against flood losses. Contractors for the property had lifted the home about six feet in the air when it collapsed, severely injuring two construction workers. Due to the extensive structural damage to the house, it was declared a total loss and demolished. 

October 2014 - a three-story building in the 800 block of Royal in the French Quarter collapsed. As a result of the deteriorating brick and mortar, the building was over 200 years old. It housed three apartments and commercial space. There were no injuries. The building was a complete loss. 

July 2015 - a blighted property, slated for demolition, collapsed after a storm. The city was pursuing blight judgment against the property, located at 3516 Delachaise, which had been vacant since Hurricane Katrina. There were no injuries.

October 12, 2019 - On the morning of October 12, 2019, the Hard Rock Hotel collapsed, killing three people. The cost to the City of New Orleans as of December of 2019 was in excess of $11 million. According to WWL, the local CBS affiliate, “ most of the city's costs incurred by the collapse are tied to changing RTA routes, making repairs to Rampart Street, and paying crews to work at the site.”[1] This amount is not inclusive of the disruption of business or the broader financial costs. Due to ongoing investigations, demolition, and subsequent legal actions, a full accounting of this event cannot be developed at this time.

Probability

For this hazard, we are unable to calculate the probability due to insufficient data.

Hazard Impacts

Impact on Life and Property

The monetary loss can be on property owners, the private sector, and/or the public (taxpayers). Estimates can range from insurance deductibles associated with insured losses to millions of dollars that may burden taxpayers if property owners are unable to cover the debris removal and disposal. Monetary losses may or may not be recoverable from insurance or federal disaster resources.

Vulnerability

Given the climate and the prevalence of a number of insects and rodents that compromise the structural integrity of structures, there is a high vulnerability to building collapse in the City. Older structures are generally at higher risk of structural failure.

 

[1] 34.        WWL Staff. (2020, February 4). Hard Rock Hotel Collapse Has Cost New Orleans More Than $11 Million. 4WWL.

Relevant Actions

Hazard:
Flooding, Tropical Cyclones, Infrastructure Failure, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence
Goal:
Goal 2: Reduce risk and vulnerability to the built environment including current and future structures; critical facilities; historic structures; and infrastructure, including communications infrastructure.
Status:
Timeframe:
5-10 years
Priority:
High
2015 Priority:
High
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Department of Public Works), SWBNO
Support Agencies:
Cost:
$2,000,000,000+
Funding source:
FEMA, Army Corps of Engineers, City of New Orleans Capital Improvements
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 3

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Hazard:
Flooding, Tropical Cyclones, Infrastructure Failure, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence
Goal:
Goal 2: Reduce risk and vulnerability to the built environment including current and future structures; critical facilities; historic structures; and infrastructure, including communications infrastructure.
Status:
Timeframe:
5-10 years
Priority:
High
2015 Priority:
High
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Capital Projects)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
4600000
Funding source:
FEMA, Army Corps of Engineers, City of New Orleans Capital Improvements
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 3

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Hazard:
Flooding, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure
Goal:
Goal 2: Reduce risk and vulnerability to the built environment including current and future structures; critical facilities; historic structures; and infrastructure, including communications infrastructure.
Status:
Timeframe:
5-10 years
Priority:
High
2015 Priority:
High
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Department of Public Works)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
1250000
Funding source:
FEMA, HUD, Private Sector, City of New Orleans Capital Improvements
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5

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Hazard:
Flooding, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure
Goal:
Goal 2: Reduce risk and vulnerability to the built environment including current and future structures; critical facilities; historic structures; and infrastructure, including communications infrastructure.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
High
2015 Priority:
High
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Department of Public Works)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
staff time
Funding source:
Staff time
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5

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Hazard:
Flooding, Storm Surge, Infrastructure Failure, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence
Goal:
Goal 2: Reduce risk and vulnerability to the built environment including current and future structures; critical facilities; historic structures; and infrastructure, including communications infrastructure.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
High
2015 Priority:
Medium
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
Staff time
Funding source:
Staff time
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5

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Hazard:
Flooding, Storm Surge, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure (levee failure)
Goal:
Goal 3: Reduce risk and vulnerability to the natural environment including wetland restoration and recognition of New Orleans as a coastal city.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
High
2015 Priority:
High
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Office of Reslience & Sustainability), Tulane University Center for Environmental Law
Support Agencies:
Cost:
City staff time
Funding source:
CNO General Fund
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5

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Hazard:
Flooding, Storm Surge, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure
Goal:
Goal 3: Reduce risk and vulnerability to the natural environment including wetland restoration and recognition of New Orleans as a coastal city.
Status:
Timeframe:
5-10 years
Priority:
Medium
2015 Priority:
High
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Office of Resilience & Sustainability)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
4500000
Funding source:
FEMA, EPA, State Capital Oulay, Private Sector
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 11

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Hazard:
Flooding, Storm Surge, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure
Goal:
Goal 3: Reduce risk and vulnerability to the natural environment including wetland restoration and recognition of New Orleans as a coastal city.
Status:
Timeframe:
5-10 years
Priority:
Low
2015 Priority:
Medium
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Office of Resilience & Sustainability)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
3500000
Funding source:
FEMA, EPA, State Capital Oulay, Private Sector
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 11

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Hazard:
Flooding, Storm Surge, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure
Goal:
Goal 3: Reduce risk and vulnerability to the natural environment including wetland restoration and recognition of New Orleans as a coastal city.
Status:
Timeframe:
5-10 years
Priority:
High
2015 Priority:
High
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Office of Resilience & Sustainability)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
17500000
Funding source:
FEMA, State Capital Outlay, Private Sector, EPA
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 11

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Hazard:
Flooding, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure
Goal:
Goal 4: Maximize the involvement of individuals, businesses, and groups in risk reduction measures through education/outreach on hazard mitigation appropriate to all groups, particularly vulnerable populations.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
Medium
2015 Priority:
High
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
225000
Funding source:
CNO General Fund
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5

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Hazard:
Flooding, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure, Tornadoes, Storm Surge
Goal:
Goal 4: Maximize the involvement of individuals, businesses, and groups in risk reduction measures through education/outreach on hazard mitigation appropriate to all groups, particularly vulnerable populations.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
Medium
2015 Priority:
Medium
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
City staff time
Funding source:
CNO General Fund
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5

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Hazard:
Flooding, Storm Surge, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure, Tornadoes, Thunderstorms
Goal:
Goal 4: Maximize the involvement of individuals, businesses, and groups in risk reduction measures through education/outreach on hazard mitigation appropriate to all groups, particularly vulnerable populations.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
Low
2015 Priority:
High
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
City staff time
Funding source:
CNO General Fund
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5

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Hazard:
Flooding, Storm Surge, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure, Tornadoes, Thunderstorms
Goal:
Goal 4: Maximize the involvement of individuals, businesses, and groups in risk reduction measures through education/outreach on hazard mitigation appropriate to all groups, particularly vulnerable populations.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
Medium
2015 Priority:
High
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
City staff time
Funding source:
CNO General Fund
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5

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Hazard:
Flooding, Storm Surge, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure, Tornadoes
Goal:
Goal 4: Maximize the involvement of individuals, businesses, and groups in risk reduction measures through education/outreach on hazard mitigation appropriate to all groups, particularly vulnerable populations.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
Low
2015 Priority:
High
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Safety & Permits)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
100000
Funding source:
City of New Orleans, FEMA
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5, ESF 7

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Hazard:
Flooding, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure, Tornadoes
Goal:
Goal 4: Maximize the involvement of individuals, businesses, and groups in risk reduction measures through education/outreach on hazard mitigation appropriate to all groups, particularly vulnerable populations.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
Medium
2015 Priority:
Medium
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Office of Community Development)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
City staff time
Funding source:
City of New Orleans, FEMA
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5, ESF 7

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Hazard:
Flooding, Storm Surge, Tropical Cyclones, Infrastructure Failure , Coastal Erosion, Tornadoes, Subsidence
Goal:
Goal 5: To promote, implement, and sustain mitigation measures in Orleans Parish in order to reduce and manage risks to human life, the environment, and property.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
Medium
2015 Priority:
High
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness, Property Management, Safety & Permits)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
City staff time
Funding source:
CNO General Fund
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5

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Hazard:
Flooding, Storm Surge, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure
Goal:
Goal 5: To promote, implement, and sustain mitigation measures in Orleans Parish in order to reduce and manage risks to human life, the environment, and property.
Status:
Timeframe:
3-5 years
Priority:
Medium
2015 Priority:
Medium
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
1090000000
Funding source:
HUD, FEMA, State of Louisiana
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5, ESF 7

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Hazard:
Flooding, Storm Surge, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure, Tornadoes
Goal:
Goal 5: To promote, implement, and sustain mitigation measures in Orleans Parish in order to reduce and manage risks to human life, the environment, and property.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
Low
2015 Priority:
Medium
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
City staff time
Funding source:
CNO General Fund
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5

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Hazard:
Flooding, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure
Goal:
Goal 5: To promote, implement, and sustain mitigation measures in Orleans Parish in order to reduce and manage risks to human life, the environment, and property.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
Medium
2015 Priority:
High
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness), SWBNO
Support Agencies:
Cost:
Staff Time
Funding source:
CNO General Fund
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5, ESF 7

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Hazard:
Flooding, Storm Surge, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure, Tornadoes
Goal:
Goal 5: To promote, implement, and sustain mitigation measures in Orleans Parish in order to reduce and manage risks to human life, the environment, and property.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
Medium
2015 Priority:
High
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
City staff time
Funding source:
CNO General Fund
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5

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Hazard:
Flooding, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure, Tornadoes
Goal:
Goal 5: To promote, implement, and sustain mitigation measures in Orleans Parish in order to reduce and manage risks to human life, the environment, and property.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
Medium
2015 Priority:
Medium
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
City staff time
Funding source:
CNO General Fund
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5

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Hazard:
Flooding, Tropical Cyclones, Infrastructure Failure, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence
Goal:
Goal 6: To protect Orleans Parish and the surrounding region from the effects of natural and manmade hazards, ensuring community continuity in the event of such hazards.
Status:
Timeframe:
5-10 years
Priority:
Med+G95:P98ium
2015 Priority:
High
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
$2,000,000,000+
Funding source:
FEMA, Army Corps of Engineers, City of New Orleans Capital Improvements
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 3

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Hazard:
Flooding, Storm Surge, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure, Tornadoes
Goal:
Goal 6: To protect Orleans Parish and the surrounding region from the effects of natural and manmade hazards, ensuring community continuity in the event of such hazards.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
High
2015 Priority:
High
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
City staff time
Funding source:
CNO General Fund
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5

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Hazard:
Flooding, Storm Surge, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure, Tornadoes, Extreme Heat
Goal:
Goal 6: To protect Orleans Parish and the surrounding region from the effects of natural and manmade hazards, ensuring community continuity in the event of such hazards.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
High
2015 Priority:
High
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
$250,000- $800,000 per site
Funding source:
City of New Orleans Capital Improvements, FEMA, Sewage and Water Board, Private Sector
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 12

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Hazard:
Flooding, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure, Tornadoes
Goal:
Goal 6: To protect Orleans Parish and the surrounding region from the effects of natural and manmade hazards, ensuring community continuity in the event of such hazards.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
Medium
2015 Priority:
Low
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
250000
Funding source:
City of New Orleans, FEMA
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5

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Hazard:
Extreme Heat, Winter Weather, Infrastructure Failure (Power Outages)
Goal:
Goal 2: Reduce risk and vulnerability to the built environment including current and future structures; critical facilities; historic structures; and infrastructure, including communications infrastructure.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
High
2015 Priority:
N/A
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Office of Resilience & Sustainability)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
City Staff Time
Funding source:
CNO General Fund, State and Federal Grants, Philanthropic Grants, Private Financing
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 12

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Hazard:
Flooding, Tornadoes, Tropical Cyclones, Severe Thunderstorms, Winter Weather, Active Threats, Infrastructure Failure
Goal:
Goal 2: Reduce risk and vulnerability to the built environment including current and future structures; critical facilities; historic structures; and infrastructure, including communications infrastructure.
Status:
Timeframe:
2-5 years
Priority:
Medium
2015 Priority:
N/A
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Office of Resilience & Sustainability)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
City Staff Time, Contract Labor
Funding source:
Homeland Security, FEMA, Health and Human Services
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 2, ESF 4, ESF 6, ESF 8, ESF 10

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Hazard:
Winter Weather, Infrastructure Failure
Goal:
Goal 2: Reduce risk and vulnerability to the built environment including current and future structures; critical facilities; historic structures; and infrastructure, including communications infrastructure.
Status:
Timeframe:
Priority:
Low
2015 Priority:
N/A
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Fire Department)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
Funding source:
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5

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Hazard:
Infrastructure Failure
Goal:
Goal 3: Reduce risk and vulnerability to the natural environment including wetland restoration and recognition of New Orleans as a coastal city.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-2 years
Priority:
High
2015 Priority:
N/A
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Sanitation)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
City Staff Time, Contract Labor
Funding source:
CNO General Fund, EPA Grants, other State and Federal Grants
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 3, ESF 11

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Hazard:
Flooding, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure
Goal:
Goal 4: Maximize the involvement of individuals, businesses, and groups in risk reduction measures through education/outreach on hazard mitigation appropriate to all groups, particularly vulnerable populations.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-2 years
Priority:
Low
2015 Priority:
N/A
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Civil Service)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
City Staff Time
Funding source:
CNO General Fund, State and Federal Grants
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5

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Hazard:
Flooding, Tornadoes, Tropical Cyclones, Severe Thunderstorms, Extreme Heat, Subsidence, Winter Weather, Coastal Erosion, Infectious Disease Outbreak, Active Threats, Infrastructure Failure, Hazardous Materials, Economic Shock
Goal:
Goal 4: Maximize the involvement of individuals, businesses, and groups in risk reduction measures through education/outreach on hazard mitigation appropriate to all groups, particularly vulnerable populations.
Status:
Timeframe:
3-5 years
Priority:
Medium
2015 Priority:
N/A
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
City Staff Time, Contract Labor
Funding source:
City capital bond funds, GOMESA, CDBG, CDBG-NDR, Sewerage and Water Board, State capital outlay, FHWA, FEMA-HMGP, US Army Corps of Engineers, FEMA
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 1, ESF 3

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Hazard:
Flooding, Storm Surge, Tornadoes, Tropical Cyclones, Severe Thunderstorms, Extreme Heat, Subsidence, Winter Weather, Coastal Erosion, Infectious Disease Outbreak, Active Threats, Infrastructure Failure, Hazardous Materials, Economic Shock
Goal:
Goal 4: Maximize the involvement of individuals, businesses, and groups in risk reduction measures through education/outreach on hazard mitigation appropriate to all groups, particularly vulnerable populations.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
High
2015 Priority:
N/A
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Office of Resilience & Sustainability)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
City Staff Time
Funding source:
CNO General Fund, State and Federal Grants, Philanthropic Grants
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 15

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Hazard:
Flooding, Tornadoes, Tropical Cyclones, Severe Thunderstorms, Extreme Heat, Subsidence, Winter Weather, Coastal Erosion, Infectious Disease Outbreak, Active Threats, Infrastructure Failure, Hazardous Materials, Economic Shock
Goal:
Goal 4: Maximize the involvement of individuals, businesses, and groups in risk reduction measures through education/outreach on hazard mitigation appropriate to all groups, particularly vulnerable populations.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
Medium
2015 Priority:
N/A
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
City Staff Time
Funding source:
State and Federal Grants
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5, ESF 7

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Hazard:
Flooding, Tropical Cyclones, Coastal Erosion, Subsidence, Infrastructure Failure, Tornadoes, Storm Surge
Goal:
Goal 4: Maximize the involvement of individuals, businesses, and groups in risk reduction measures through education/outreach on hazard mitigation appropriate to all groups, particularly vulnerable populations.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
Medium
2015 Priority:
Lead Agencies:
NORA
Support Agencies:
Cost:
Staff time
Funding source:
TBD
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 5

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Hazard:
Flooding, Tornadoes, Tropical Cyclones, Severe Thunderstorms, Extreme Heat, Subsidence, Winter Weather, Coastal Erosion, Infectious Disease Outbreak, Active Threats, Infrastructure Failure, Hazardous Materials, Economic Shock
Goal:
Goal 6: To protect Orleans Parish and the surrounding region from the effects of natural and manmade hazards, ensuring community continuity in the event of such hazards.
Status:
Timeframe:
3-5 years
Priority:
Medium
2015 Priority:
N/A
Lead Agencies:
CNO (Office of Resilience & Sustainability, Neighborhood Engagement Office)
Support Agencies:
Cost:
City Staff Time
Funding source:
CNO General Fund, State and Federal Grants, Philanthropic Grants
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 7, ESF 14

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Hazard:
Flooding, Tornadoes, Tropical Cyclones, Severe Thunderstorms, Extreme Heat, Subsidence, Winter Weather, Coastal Erosion, Infectious Disease Outbreak, Active Threats, Infrastructure Failure, Hazardous Materials, Economic Shock
Goal:
Goal 6: To protect Orleans Parish and the surrounding region from the effects of natural and manmade hazards, ensuring community continuity in the event of such hazards.
Status:
Timeframe:
1-5 years
Priority:
Medium
2015 Priority:
Lead Agencies:
HANO
Support Agencies:
Cost:
TBD
Funding source:
TBD
Emergency Support Function:

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Hazard:
Flooding, Tropical Cyclone, Infrastructure Failure
Goal:
Goal 2: Reduce risk and vulnerability to the built environment including current and future structures; critical facilities; historic structures; and infrastructure, including communications infrastructure.
Status:
Timeframe:
TBD
Priority:
High
2015 Priority:
N/A
Lead Agencies:
SWBNO Operations
Support Agencies:
Cost:
25000000
Funding source:
PDM/SWBNO
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 12

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Hazard:
All
Goal:
Goal 2: Reduce risk and vulnerability to the built environment including current and future structures; critical facilities; historic structures; and infrastructure, including communications infrastructure.
Status:
Timeframe:
TBD
Priority:
Medium
2015 Priority:
N/A
Lead Agencies:
SWBNO Emergency Mgmt
Support Agencies:
Cost:
21000000
Funding source:
PDM/SWBNO
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 6

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Hazard:
Flooding, Tropical Cyclone, Infrastructure Failure
Goal:
Goal 2: Reduce risk and vulnerability to the built environment including current and future structures; critical facilities; historic structures; and infrastructure, including communications infrastructure.
Status:
Timeframe:
44560
Priority:
High
2015 Priority:
N/A
Lead Agencies:
SWBNO Operations
Support Agencies:
Cost:
213000000
Funding source:
HMGP/SWBNO
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 12

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Hazard:
Flooding, Tropical Cyclone, Infrastructure Failure
Goal:
Goal 2: Reduce risk and vulnerability to the built environment including current and future structures; critical facilities; historic structures; and infrastructure, including communications infrastructure.
Status:
Timeframe:
On Going
Priority:
High
2015 Priority:
N/A
Lead Agencies:
SWBNO
Support Agencies:
Cost:
1000000000
Funding source:
USACE
Emergency Support Function:
ESF 3

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Hazard:
Extreme Heat, Infrastructure Failure (power outages)
Goal:
Goal 1: Reduce risk and vulnerability to the human environment including cultural resources, homeowners, renters, visitors, and transient populations.
Status:
Timeframe:
2-5 years
Priority:
2015 Priority:
Lead Agencies:
Tulane University Office of Planning and Office of Capital Projects
Support Agencies:
Cost:
Unknown
Funding source:
TBD
Emergency Support Function:

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