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Emergency & Disasters Issues

When disaster strikes, people need full access to emergency transportation and shelters, as well as relief and recovery services. Unfortunately, such assistance is not always available to people with disabilities, leaving them vulnerable.

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Canada to Key West: 2,500-Mile Urban Hike Kicks Off to Highlight Effects of Extreme Weather on PWD

CAMPOBELLO ISLAND, Canada (PRWEB)
June 21, 2019

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DisBeat Highlights Top Emergency/Disaster Disability Inclusion Fixes

In rapid response to current floods in Louisiana, wild land fires out west, and National Disaster Preparedness Month (September), DisBeat highlights top emergency and disaster solutions to ensure disability inclusivity in every community, nation-wide. These solutions are focused on individuals and communities. 

Wednesday, August 31, 2016 - 07:44
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Portlight Strategies Organizing Response to Louisiana Flooding for People with Disabilities

Over the weekend, Louisiana received over 20 inches of rain resulting in unprecedented statewide flooding. Louisiana’s Governor, John Bel Edwards reported that over 20,000 people were rescued from the flood waters and over 8,000 are currently in shelters. The death toll has risen to seven as more individuals are discovered by authorities. Major interstates are closed across the state.

Wednesday, August 17, 2016 - 13:35
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