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Earthquake ScenarioEarthquake Scenario
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An earthquake brings the (insert detail here) to a shaking stop
Local seismologists measured the earthquake at (insert detail here) on the Richter scale for a duration of 30 seconds
Within an hour after the initial earthquake, two sizeable aftershocks measuring (insert detail here) and (insert detail here) occurred
Over next 24-48 hours, more aftershocks are expected to continue but with lessening severity
U.S. Geological Survey located the epicenter along the _______ Fault Zone, near (or in) the City of __________
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Emergency sirens can be heard all over the area
Media broadcasts “breaking news” across radio, TV, and the Internet
Initial reports indicate the earthquake has done serious damage and fear is that there will be numerous human casualties
Many power and phone lines are down and 60 percent of the area is without electricity and phone service, including cell coverage
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There is severe structural damage along portions of the interstates and highways
Interstates and highways overpasses collapsed disrupting the major transportation routes in and out of the area
Emergency vehicles coming from outside the impact zone will have to use secondary roads
Numerous gas leaks caused explosions and fires in various locations
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Residents are exhausted, stressed, and worried about where they will find the information they need to ensure their safety
People gather at churches, schools, and parking lots seeking food and shelter for the evening and waiting for instruction on where to go and how to seek help
Police struggle to limit looting Concern about drinking water from the tap and
complaints about discoloration and floating particles
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At least twenty drinking water and wastewater utilities have been impacted
Many utilities have broken mains causing localized flooding, especially in basements and low-level structures
Reduced pressure in the system limits fire-fighting capabilities
Most utilities had full storage tanks with finished water, but losing water quickly due to main breaks
Drinking water and wastewater utilities experience significant challenges
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Many cities will be without drinking water service and water pressure will be low in serviceable areas
Communications and transportation damage cause problems for responding utility personnel
A number of utilities access the WARN website or other WARN members and request any spare resources
Raw sewage is flowing in many streets and may cause cross contamination due to broken water mains
Drinking water and wastewater utilities experience significant challenges
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Facilitated DiscussionFacilitated Discussion
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Facilitated DiscussionAt what point in this scenario would your
resources be fully or overcommitted?
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Facilitated DiscussionWhat options are available to you to get
outside help?
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Facilitated DiscussionHow will you activate your WARN in response
to this situation and how will you notify other WARN members that you need help?
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Facilitated DiscussionIdentify and define processes that might need
to be included in your WARN agreement.
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Facilitated DiscussionAt what point in this scenario would your
resources be fully or overcommitted?
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Facilitated DiscussionIdentify and define processes that might need
to be included in your WARN agreement.
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Facilitated DiscussionHow will outside assistance be managed
within your organization?
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Facilitated DiscussionHow will outside resources be managed in
the field? Identify and define processes that might need to be included in your own WARN agreement.
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Facilitated DiscussionHow will support to these resources be
managed. How will these elements be included in your WARN agreement?
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Facilitated DiscussionHow will expenses be handled and should
this be addressed in your WARN agreement?
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Facilitated DiscussionWhen will you know that demands from the
disaster have lessened and you no longer need support?
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Facilitated DiscussionHow are you going to manage demands for
long-term recovery. How will these needs be addressed in your WARN agreement?
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Post Exercise SessionPost Exercise Session
(“Hot Wash”)(“Hot Wash”)
Discussion PointsDiscussion Points
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Verify Exercise Objectives Were Met:Validate how WARN members work
together during a significant water sector incident
Facilitate an understanding of WARN concepts
Identify strengths and areas of improvement
Identify recommendations for changing approach
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ConclusionPlease turn in your participant evaluation
formCompile all written and verbal commentsCreate an After Action Report with a
Corrective Action PlanNext WARN meeting
Thanks for participating
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