Emergency Preparedness
Are You Prepared for an Emergency? In Florida, during hurricane season we hear this question repeatedly, but how many of us are really prepared? What about a fire escape plan from your home? Experts agree that disaster plans can save lives. Consider the following list of ideas when preparing an emergency plan for a person with a disability. It's a good idea to share the plan with a designated support team to assist you in a real emergency:
• Each member of your household needs enough water, food, and medicine to last for 72 hours in the event of emergencies that disrupt electrical and water systems.
• Contact your local fire department and provide a current list of names and locations of all people
* needing assistance in your home. The list should be kept current and updated.
• Know how to access all the exits in your home, at school or at work, and practice your escape.
• Practice using evacuation devices and unforeseen situations, such as blocked paths or exits.
• Practice dealing with different circumstances. Will you be able to independently evacuate? What supports do you need to evacuate swiftly and safely?
• Do you need extra medications, supplies or a spare set of eyeglasses?
* Be sure to have a copy of your important papers available to be grabbed quickly. This includes a current copy of your child’s IEP.
• Carry your emergency plan at all times with instructions of what to do in an emergency
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