Disaster Preparedness

RESOURCES

Developing a Plan in the Event of a Disaster:

Abilities Self Assessment

Preparing for Disaster

Readiness Checklist: Emergency Plan for Home

Grab and Go Sample List

Plan and Kit to Protect Your Family

Time Magazine Article: “Floods, Tornadoes, Hurricanes, Wildfires, Earthquakes … Why We Don’t Prepare” by Amanda Ripley

Tips for Organizing and Maintaining Safety Contacts and Support Networks:

FEMA Guide: Where is Everybody?

FEMA Guide: Who Can You Count On? Who Counts on You?

Developing a Safety Kit:

FEMA Guide: Preparedness on a Shoestring Budget

Red Cross: Anatomy of a First Aid Kit

Customizing Your Disaster Supplies Kit to Meet Your Needs

Survival Kit for Your Automobile/ Emergency Food Supply/ Suggested Additional Items

Emergency Managment Coordination Centers:

Emergency Management Coordination Centers List

Disaster Preparedness for Individuals with Accessibility Issues:

Disaster Preparedness for People Who Have Limited Speech

An ADA Guide for Local Governments: Making Community Emergency Preparedness and Response Programs Accessible to People with Disabilities

Functional Needs of People With Disabilities

Emergency Evacuation Preparedness: Taking Responsibility For Your Safety

For Children:

Be Safe. Be Prepared. Coloring Pages

Extras:

Make a Garbage Bag Shelter Part of Your Survival Kit

List of Websites and References

Emergency Preparedness and Response Widget

Emergency Preparedness and Response Widget.
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