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====Natural Hazards==== | ====Natural Hazards==== | ||
The primary natural hazards of concern to Torlen are [[Levantine hurricane]]s and tropical storms. Given its location in the western [[Levantine Ocean]] and low-lying topography, the island is susceptible to storm surge, high winds, and heavy rainfall associated with these meteorological events. Additionally, the porous limestone terrain exacerbates flooding due to its limited capacity for water absorption. While less frequent, earthquakes and tsunamis also pose potential risks due to Torlen's proximity to tectonic plate boundaries. | The primary natural hazards of concern to Torlen are [[Levantine hurricane]]s and tropical storms. Given its location in the western [[Levantine Ocean]] and low-lying topography, the island is susceptible to storm surge, high winds, and heavy rainfall associated with these meteorological events. Additionally, the porous limestone terrain exacerbates flooding due to its limited capacity for water absorption. The National Hurricane Center of Burgundie is located on Torlen and served as a vital information and warning hub for the whole of the [[Levantine Hurricane]] hazard area. While less frequent, earthquakes and tsunamis also pose potential risks due to Torlen's proximity to tectonic plate boundaries. | ||
There has also been, since [[2011]], an increase in {{wp|Sargassum#%22Coastal_inundations%22_by_washed-ashore_Sargassum|sargassum coastal inundations}} which prove devastating to the local communities, their economies, and also to the [[Navy of Burgundie]], the [[Revenue Guard]], anf the [[Merchant Marine of Burgundie]]. Since [[2015]], the island has received grants, specifically through the [[Navy of Burgundie]] and Emergency Management, to buy and maintain a fleet of 3 retrofitted tugboats to capture and deflect large masses of sargassum headed towards the island. | |||
====Flora and fauna==== | ====Flora and fauna==== | ||
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{{Further|Government_of_Burgundie#Provinces|Government_of_Burgundie#County_Government|Government of Burgundie#Municipal Government|Cities of Burgundie}} | {{Further|Government_of_Burgundie#Provinces|Government_of_Burgundie#County_Government|Government of Burgundie#Municipal Government|Cities of Burgundie}} | ||
*Cities and towns | |||
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*[[New Torleans]] | *[[New Torleans]] | ||
*Barcares | *Barcares | ||
*Voveza | |||
*Megakies, resort town on the eastern coast | |||
*Naouliada, resort town on the eastern coast | |||
*Pyrint, resort town on the eastern coast | |||
*Petroudallos | |||
*Flotres | |||
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Torlen is under the jurisdiction of the Fifth Firefighting Engineer Regiment – Levantine Ocean Territories of the [[Fire Seneschalcy of Burgundie]]. It has 11 independent fire companies and the HQ section. 4 of the companies are in [[New Torleans]], 2 are in Barcares, one is on [[Torlen#Joint_Base_St._Alban|Joint Base St. Alban]], and three are rural land-based fire companies, and the final company is rotary-wing aerial firefighting company. | Torlen is under the jurisdiction of the Fifth Firefighting Engineer Regiment – Levantine Ocean Territories of the [[Fire Seneschalcy of Burgundie]]. It has 11 independent fire companies and the HQ section. 4 of the companies are in [[New Torleans]], 2 are in Barcares, one is on [[Torlen#Joint_Base_St._Alban|Joint Base St. Alban]], and three are rural land-based fire companies, and the final company is rotary-wing aerial firefighting company. | ||
===Military | ===Military=== | ||
{{Infobox military installation | {{Infobox military installation | ||
| name = Joint Base St. Alban and St. Gregory | | name = Joint Base St. Alban and St. Gregory | ||
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| ownership = [[Burgoignesc Security Forces]] | | ownership = [[Burgoignesc Security Forces]] | ||
| operator = [[Navy of Burgundie]] | | operator = [[Navy of Burgundie]] | ||
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| open_to_public = <!-- for out of use sites/sites with museums etc --> | | open_to_public = <!-- for out of use sites/sites with museums etc --> | ||
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| site_area = <!-- area of site m2, km2 square mile etc --> | | site_area = <!-- area of site m2, km2 square mile etc --> | ||
| code = <!--facility/installation code, applies to US --> | | code = <!--facility/installation code, applies to US --> | ||
| built = [[ | | built = [[1747]] | ||
| used = <!--{{End date|1946}} --> | | used = <!--{{End date|1946}} --> | ||
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| current_commander = <!-- current commander --> | | current_commander = <!-- current commander --> | ||
| past_commanders = <!-- past notable commander(s) --> | | past_commanders = <!-- past notable commander(s) --> | ||
| garrison = | | garrison = ''Groupement Disembarkement Rapide no. 7'' | ||
| occupants = | | occupants = | ||
[[ | *{{naval|Burgundie}} | ||
*TBD | **''Groupement Disembarkement Rapide no. 7'' | ||
[[ | **Expeditionary Strike Squadron Levantia Reach | ||
* | **Carrier Strike Group Meridian | ||
**Sustainment Group Cornucopia | |||
*{{coast guard|Burgundie}} | |||
**TBD | |||
*{{army|Burgundie}} | |||
**TBD | |||
[[National Gendarmerie of Burgundie]] | |||
**TBD | |||
*[[File:Voidforce_flag.png|24px]] [[Vocivine National of Burgundie|Vocivine]] | |||
**1st Submarine Division, Cruise missile | |||
**3rd Submarine Division, Hunter-killer | |||
**9th Submarine Division, Hunter-killer | |||
**15th Submarine Division, Littoral | |||
| designations = | | designations = | ||
| website = | | website = | ||
| footnotes = <!-- catchall in case it's needed to preserve something in infobox that doesn't work in new code --> | | footnotes = <!-- catchall in case it's needed to preserve something in infobox that doesn't work in new code --> | ||
}} | }} | ||
Torlen falls under the [[Navy_of_Burgundie#Levantine_Ocean_Command|Levantine Ocean Command (LEVCOM)]], the [[Army of Burgundie|Metropole Forces Command]], the [[Royal Air Service of Burgundie]]'s Metropole Command, and the [[Vocivine National of Burgundie]]'s Metropolitan Defense Command. Torlen is the headquarters of the [[Navy_of_Burgundie#Levantine_Ocean_Command|Levantine Ocean Command (LEVCOM)]] of the [[Navy of Burgundie]]. It is also the homeport of all of the LEVCOM fleets: Rapid Deployment Group 7 ''[[Burgoignesc language|Burg]]: Groupement Disembarkement Rapide no. 7'', Expeditionary Strike Squadron Levantia Reach, Carrier Strike Group Meridian, and Sustainment Group Cornucopia. There are 2 massive naval facilities, some of the largest in [[Burgundie]] which provide a substantial portion of the islands economic activity. There are drydocking facilities, refueling, rearmament, and replenishment depots, surface vessel and maritime aircraft repair facilities. These facilities St. Alban and St. Gregory were combined in [[2003]] into Joint Base St. Alban and St. Gregory to reduce the financial burden of running them separately and to allow for the use of the basing facilities by the [[Revenue Guard]], [[Army of Burgundie]], [[National Gendarmerie of Burgundie]], and the [[Vocivine National of Burgundie]]. | |||
==Society== | ==Society== | ||
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==Economy== | ==Economy== | ||
{{Further|Economy of Burgundie}} | {{Further|Economy of Burgundie}} | ||
===Employment=== | ===Employment=== | ||
Because Torlen's economy is a high-low mix of sectors from research to traditional fishing and herding, opportunities abound for Torliennes at all skill and education levels, which has helped the islands maintain a fairly steady unemployment rate of around 2.5% for the last decade. | Because Torlen's economy is a high-low mix of sectors from research to traditional fishing and herding, opportunities abound for Torliennes at all skill and education levels, which has helped the islands maintain a fairly steady unemployment rate of around 2.5% for the last decade. | ||
[[Burgundie]]'s high emphasis on [[Culture_in_Burgundie#Education|education]] translates to a particularly educated and skilled workforce, leading to lower unemployment compared to less educated countries in [[Levantia]]. The islands' economic diversity cushions against overreliance on any single industry, which has demonstrably made the island more resilient during downturns. Since [[Burgundie]] strives for [[Total Economic Engagement]] and espouses equal rights and opportunities regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, ability, or background, Torlen benefits from improved access to education and training, impacting employment prospects across various fields. | [[Burgundie]]'s high emphasis on [[Culture_in_Burgundie#Education|education]] translates to a particularly educated and skilled workforce, leading to lower unemployment compared to less educated countries in [[Levantia]]. The islands' economic diversity cushions against overreliance on any single industry, which has demonstrably made the island more resilient during downturns. Since [[Burgundie]] strives for [[Total Economic Engagement]] and espouses equal rights and opportunities regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, ability, or background, Torlen benefits from improved access to education and training, impacting employment prospects across various fields. | ||
===Agriculture=== | ===Agriculture and herding=== | ||
5.6% of the land in Torlen is cultivated for agricultural and herding purposes. Citrus (grapefruit and orange) exports are the main agricultural export of Torlen. Other than citrus, notable agricultural subsectors include bananas, mangos, vegetables (mostly tomatoes, avocadoes, and onion) | 5.6% of the land in Torlen, around 3045 hectares, is cultivated for agricultural and herding purposes. Citrus (grapefruit and orange) exports are the main agricultural export of Torlen. Other than citrus, notable agricultural subsectors include bananas, mangos, vegetables (mostly tomatoes, avocadoes, and onion), and poultry. | ||
====Seaweed farming==== | |||
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{{wp|Seaweed farming}} is the largest agricultural industry in Torlen, with much of the harvested {{wp|kelp}} being used for fertilizer. There are 6 large-scale commercial kelp farms that are primarily focused on the export market. | {{wp|Seaweed farming}} is the largest agricultural industry in Torlen, with much of the harvested {{wp|kelp}} being used for fertilizer. There are 6 large-scale commercial kelp farms that are primarily focused on the export market. The primary species cultivated are {{wp|Eucheuma cottonii}} (a red seaweed valued for {{wp|carrageenan}} production), {{wp|Kappaphycus alvarezii}} (another red seaweed with carrageenan applications), and {{wp|Sargassum fluitans}} (a brown seaweed used for biofuel and fertilizer). Additionally, various kelp species, including {{wp|Laminaria digitata}} and {{wp|Saccharina latissima}}, are farmed for their {{wp|alginates}}, utilized in food, pharmaceuticals, and textiles. | ||
Annual seaweed and kelp harvests on Torlen average approximately 500,000 metric tons, generating an estimated revenue of $100 million. This industry directly employs over 5,000 individuals. Ancillary industries like seaweed processing, equipment manufacturing, and logistics provide additional 1,500 jobs, bolstering the sector's overall economic impact. The government of Torlen actively supports seaweed farming through [[Science and Technology in Burgundie|research initiatives]], and infrastructure development, recognizing its potential for economic growth and environmental benefits such as carbon sequestration and nutrient absorption. | |||
===Natural resource extraction=== | ===Natural resource extraction=== | ||
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===Tourism and hospitality=== | ===Tourism and hospitality=== | ||
[[File:Prince_George_Wharf_in_Nassau_Harbor.jpg|200px|right]] | [[File:Prince_George_Wharf_in_Nassau_Harbor.jpg|200px|right]] | ||
Shark and swordfishing, spelunking, cave-diving, and the beaches are a large draw for tourists. The hospitality business in Torlen is mostly geared toward mid-life, middle class couples on holiday without their children and has invested heavily in boutique hotels with a strong concierge economy. Large portions of the eastern side of the island have been turned into a tourist trap over the last 80 years, with excursions, charters, marinas, and hospitality becoming the primary income of those communities. Megakies, Naouliada, and Annapolis are particularly well known for their {{wp|List_of_summer_colonies|vacation colonies}}.The [[List_of_companies_by_industry_in_Burgundie#Service|Rouselle-Cartier Hospitality]] [https://www.ritzcarltonyachtcollection.com| yacht collection] is based out of Torlen, the chain also maintains two resort hotels on the island. | |||
Shark | |||
===Fishing and fisheries=== | ===Fishing and fisheries=== | ||