How might a disaster affect me? What are my personal needs during a disaster? By evaluating your own individual needs and making an emergency plan that fits those needs, you and your loved ones can be better prepared. People with disabilities, older adults and others with similar access and functional needs who prepare are no more vulnerable than anyone else.
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Be Informed: Learn what protective measures to take before, during, and after an emergency.
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Make a Plan: Prepare, plan and stay informed for emergencies.
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Build a Kit: Build a kit for disasters to be prepared.
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Related Keywords
- Community Emergency Preparedness
- Emergency Communication
- Emergency Evacuation
- Emergency Planning
- Emergency Procedure
- Emergency Service
- Emergency Shelter
- FEMA: Federal Emergency Management Agency
- Individual with a Disability
Related Section Numbers
- 36 CFR Part 1191 ADA and ABA Accessibility Guidelines for Emergency Transportable Housing Units, (1)
- ADA Checklist for Emergency Shelters, (1)
- An ADA Guide for Local Governments: Making Community Emergency Preparedness and Response Programs Accessible to People with Disabilities, (1)
- Emergency Evacuation Planning Guide For People with Disabilities, (1)
- Employers' Guide to Including Employees with Disabilities in Emergency Evacuation Plans, (1)
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