Emergency Preparedness
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ADA Checklist for Emergency Shelters |
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http://www.usdoj.gov/crt/ada/shleterck.htm |
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This
Web site contains checklists for emergency shelters in order for them
to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). |
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Department of Transportation-Emergency Preparedness |
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Link: |
http://www.dotcr.ost.dot.gov/asp/emergencyprep.asp |
Description: |
The
Department of Transportation's (DOT) Emergency Preparedness Web site
contains basic information on emergency preparedness, transportation
accessibility, and evacuation methods for certain modes of
transportation, such as transit and rail systems. The DOT Emergency
Preparedness Web site is designed to be an emergency transportation
preparedness resource for individuals with disabilities, their family
members, and care givers. Additionally, this page includes useful
information for transportation providers on addressing the unique needs
of people with disabilities during an emergency. |
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Resources for Helping Children Deal with Disasters |
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Link: |
http://www.aucd.org/template/news.cfm?news_id=3003&id=26&parent=26 |
Description: |
The
National TA Center at United Advocates for Children and Families (UACF)
has released a set of resources offering help for individuals who are
physically, psychologically, or emotionally impacted from the effects of
natural disasters. The resources offer advice and tips for communities
to prepare for and deal with the repercussions of hurricanes and other
disasters. |
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