lenaitch
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^^ Decent analysis, although we can only speculate on how many members were there, based on what we all viewed in the media. There were no doubt other members nearby in 'warm standby'. Considering that they had checkpoints ringing the 'red zone, plus ramp off 417 leading in, ya, lots of bodies, times 24 hours plus, as you say, responding to calls from the rest of the city. Toronto had to deal with a potential pop-up on University, Windsor and I am assuming OPP still had an enhanced presence at the bridge, and every contributing police service still has to cover their calls.
Other logistical factors come into play as well. Where do you house and feed them? Comms is always an issue, particularly with multiple agencies. It's a lot better than it used to be but still a work in progress.
According to Wiki, Canada ranks 27th out of 146 at 184/100K. From my experience, surge capacity is fairly respectable, given enough time if, for no other reason, travel and response. Sustained surge would be a problem.
For events such as this, lots of warm bodies helps, but the number of trained and equipped public order and tactical personnel is critical, and I have no clue about those numbers.
Other logistical factors come into play as well. Where do you house and feed them? Comms is always an issue, particularly with multiple agencies. It's a lot better than it used to be but still a work in progress.
According to Wiki, Canada ranks 27th out of 146 at 184/100K. From my experience, surge capacity is fairly respectable, given enough time if, for no other reason, travel and response. Sustained surge would be a problem.
For events such as this, lots of warm bodies helps, but the number of trained and equipped public order and tactical personnel is critical, and I have no clue about those numbers.
