Emergency Powers Order in Council, 1939 (Cap. 137). Country/Territory Saint Helena (UK) Document type Regulation Date 1939 (2011) Source FAO, FAOLEX Original source Gazette Notice No. 63 of 1 July 2011. Subject Agricultural & rural development Keyword Hazards Geographical area Africa, Atlantic Ocean Islands, Western Africa Abstract This Order grants powers to the Governor in Council to proclaim a state of emergency. The Governor may make such Regulations as appear to him to be necessary or expedient for securing the public safety, the defence of the territory, the maintenance of public order and the suppression of mutiny, rebellion and riot, and for maintaining supplies and services essential to the life of the community. Full text English Website www.sainthelena.gov.sh References - Legislation Implements Emergency Powers Ordinance (Cap. 137). Legislation | Saint Helena (UK) | 1978 (2011) Keyword: Hazards, Early warning system, Offences/penalties Source: FAO, FAOLEX