EM USA Terms and Definitions - FEMA

The 6800 avalanche flows estimated to occur yearly in these areas result in a mean annual death toll of seven and property losses in excess of $500,000. Changes in land cover and continued development in avalanche hazard areas are expected to result in an increase in loss of life and property.” (FEMA, IEMS HICA MYDP (CPG 1-34, 1985, p. A-1) ................
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