danger level

[ˈdeɪndʒər ˈlevəl]
nounpl: danger levels
nível de perigo
1. The degree or intensity of risk, threat, or hazard present in a particular situation
The danger level increased when the hurricane approached the coast.
O nível de perigo aumentou quando o furacão se aproximou da costa.
2. An official assessment or classification indicating how dangerous a condition or location is
The government raised the danger level to red alert due to the pandemic.
O governo elevou o nível de perigo para alerta vermelho devido à pandemia.
3. A measurement used in safety protocols to determine the severity of occupational or environmental hazards
Workers must wear protective equipment when the danger level is high.
Os trabalhadores devem usar equipamento de proteção quando o nível de perigo é alto.
In Brazil, this term is frequently used in official government alerts, weather reports, and workplace safety protocols. During the COVID-19 pandemic, 'nível de perigo' became widely recognized through daily media broadcasts. The concept is central to Brazilian emergency management systems and occupational safety regulations (NR standards). In the USA, similar terminology is used by FEMA and emergency management agencies.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
risk levelhazard levelthreat levelsafety riskdanger rating
Antonyms / Antônimos
safety levelsecurity level

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
nível de perigo
Standard usage in official and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
nível de risco
Alternative form commonly used in emergency and safety communications
São Paulo
nível de perigo / nível de risco
Both terms used interchangeably in corporate and government settings
Portugal
nível de perigo
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; formal usage in official documentation

Related Words

hazardrisk assessmentwarningalert statusthreat assessmentemergency level

Related Idioms & Phrases

at danger level red
escalate the danger level
assess the danger level
danger level remains low
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