The combination of the likelihood and the consequence of a specified hazard being realized; refers to the vulnerability, proximity or exposure to hazards, which affects the likelihood of an adverse impact
Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada (AANDC) National Emergency Management Plan, Glossary, Minister of Public Works and Government Services, Ottawa, Canada 2011. http://www.aadnc-aandc.gc.ca/eng/1324572607784#a1, (ND/ Avalan/ Snowpack - Amer) {133}