Partial Listing of Recommended Steps to Ensure Accessible Emergency Preparedness

  • Accessible Shelters
    • Architectural accessibility
    • Fully integrated shelters
    • Provision of medications, durable medical equipment, etc
    • Training of intake personnel
  • Emergency Warnings/Information in Accessible Format
    • Visual alerts for hearing impaired
    • Outreach materials for Emergency Preparedness
  • Emergency Transportation
    • Evacuation out of buildings
    • Evacuation from a region
  • Training of First Responders for addressing the needs of persons with disabilities

  • Involvement of disability-related community based groups in emergency preparedness planning

  • Accessible Temporary Housing