Emergency preparedness guide for people with disabilities/special needs
This guide provides information on preparing an emergency plan and kit for people with disabilities / special needs and for caregivers. It encourages Canadians to be prepared to cope for at least the first 72 hours of an emergency, while emergency workers focus on those in urgent need. Describing the three basic steps: (i) Knowing the risks, (ii) Making a plan and (iii) Getting an emergency kit, it is intended to help people become better prepared to face a range of emergencies and to take care of themselves and their loved ones during an emergency.