GM 808 Flashcards

1
Q

In regards to Inclement weather, the National Weather Service utilizes the following:Warning or WatchMeans the actual weather event is currently taking place for the location

A

Warning

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In regards to Inclement weather, the National Weather Service utilizes the following:Warning or WatchMeans conditions are favorable for the development of the particular weather event

A

Watch

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When either flash flooding or river flooding notices are given for Bexar County, “watch” means some kind of flooding is ____, and a “warning” means some kind of flooding is ____________.

A

likelyON-GOING somewhere in the county

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In regards to Inclement Weather, first responders, the Patrol Divisions have the primary responsibility of responding to high water situations. Who will maintain a list of low water crossings for their respective areas?

A

Service Area Commanders

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In regards to Inclement Weather, Service Area Commanders maintain a list of low water crossings for their respective areas. Who will ensure Officers are familiar with these areas and monitor them during watch and warning conditions?

A

Shift Directors and Supervisors

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In regards to Inclement Weather and officers responsibilities when notified that flood conditions exist: after arrival at a low water crossing, the officer will determine is the crossing is safe. If water has begun to flow across a low water crossing, the officer will notify ______ who will then notify the Public Works Department to barricade the location.

A

Information Channel

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In regards to inclement weather and officers’ responsibilities: due to the possibility of downstream flooding or additional rain, officers should not remove any barricades already in place. Designated barricade crews will remove the barricades after _________has determined the area is safe to pass.

A

Public Works Department

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8
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In regards to inclement weather and the response levels:Level II occurs when there is how much rain per hour?

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1/2 to 1 inch

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If the City Emergency Operation Center (EOC) is activated, the __________will coordinate all activities as outlined in GM procedure 802, and determine whether to implement any phase of the Mobilization Plan.

A

Incident Commander

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10
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Level IV occurs when there is over ___of rain per hour.

A

2 inches

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In regards to inclement weather, Officers will be assigned to areas of the city receiving the most rainfall, reports of flooding and predicted downstream run-off, SAFFE, CRT, SOU, and Gang Detail Officers may be assigned to low water locations to prevent drivers from driving around posted barricades and will only be relieved by the ____ or _______.

A

dispatchersupervisor

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