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Preparing for Disaster for People with Disabilities and other Special Needs
For the millions of Americans who have physical, medical, sensory or cognitive disabilities, emergencies such as fires, floods and acts of terrorism present a real challenge. The same challenge also applies to the elderly and other special needs populations. This booklet will help people with disabilities prepare and emergency plan to protect themselves, family, friends, personal care assistant and others in the support network in the event of an emergency. Post the plan where everyone will see it, keep a copy with you and make sure everyone involved in your plan has a copy.
Document Details:
| Resource Type: |
Document / Report |
| Audience Categories: |
General Public / Households
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| Hazard Types: |
Coastal Storm
Terrorism
Volcano
Severe Storm
Nuclear
Virus Threat
Winter Storm
Mudslide/Landslide
Extreme Temperatures
Chemical/Biological
Earthquake
Technological
Fire
Industry Hardship
Tornado
Wildfire
Hurricane/Tropical Storm
Drought
Typhoon
Flooding
Dam/Levee Break
Tsunami
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| Subjects: |
Emergency Preparedness
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