noun. emer· gen· cy i-ˈmər-jən (t)-sē. plural emergencies. often attributive. 1. : an unforeseen combination of circumstances or the resulting state that calls for immediate action. 2. : an …

e·mer·gen·cy 1. A serious situation or occurrence that happens unexpectedly and demands immediate action. 2. A condition of urgent need for action or assistance: a state of emergency.

emergency noun [ C ] uk / ɪˈmɜːdʒ ə nsi / us plural emergencies a dangerous or serious situation that happens unexpectedly and needs fast action in order to avoid harmful results: Aim to build …

16/07/2019 · An emergency is an unexpected situation that endangers the safety of one or more individuals. Although emergencies are unexpected events, it is essential for health and safety practitioners to identify possible hazards, minimize risks and have emergency planning in place that allows for a rapid and efficient response in the event of an emergency arising.

An incident, to be an emergency, conforms to one or more of the following, if it: Poses an immediate threat to life, health, property, or environment Has already caused loss of life, health detriments, property damage, or environmental damage has a high probability of escalating to cause immediate ...

British Dictionary definitions for emergency an unforeseen or sudden occurrence, esp of a danger demanding immediate remedy or action (as modifier) an emergency exit

15/11/2022 · emergency in American English (iˈmɜːrdʒənsi) (noun plural -cies) noun 1. a sudden, urgent, usually unexpected occurrence or occasion requiring immediate action 2. a state, esp. of need for help or relief, created by some unexpected event a weather emergency a financial emergency adjective 3. granted, used, or for use in an emergency

02/06/2017 · Emergency planning is the intended response to an unexpected, serious and dangerous occurrence. Emergency planning may involve preparation and planning for a natural or man made disaster, accidents, breach of security, terrorism, medical emergencies, food or other essential service chain breakdowns and other disruptive catastrophes.

The Emergency in India was a 21-month period from 1975 to 1977 when Prime Minister Indira Gandhi had a state of emergency declared across the country. Officially issued by President Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed under Article 352 of the Constitution because of prevailing "internal disturbance", the Emergency was in effect from 25 June 1975 to its withdrawal on 21 March …

emergence noun [U] (BECOMING KNOWN) the fact of something becoming known or starting to exist: China's emergence as an economic power the emergence of a new strain of the HIV …