Links to Additional Information


Division of Homeland Security

Basic Preparedness Information from Utah's Department of Public Safety, Emergency Services and Homeland Security. It lists basic items to inclulde in a basic emergency kit. This site will soon include information for people with disablities and how to prepare. www.emergencymanagement.utah.gov/eqlady/




Be Ready Utah

"Be Ready Utah" is an emergency preparedness initiative for individuals, families, neighborhoods and communities. It includes the schools and businesses that educate and provide prosperity for those communities. www.beready.utah.gov




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American Red Cross: Preparing for Disaster for People with Disabilities (PDF)

A resource booklet from the American Red Cross designed to assist people with disabilities in preparing for natural and other disasters. www.redcross.org/images/pdfs/preparedness/A4497.pdf




American Red Cross: Disaster Preparedness for People with Disabilities (PDF)

Tips from the American Red Cross to help individuals to be prepared for emergencies in order to reduce the fear, panic and inconvenience that surrounds a disaster. www.redcross.org/services/disaster/beprepared/disability.pdf




FEMA: Individuals with Special Needs

If you or someone close to you has a disability or a special need, you may have to take additional steps to protect yourself and your family in an emergency. www.fema.gov/plan/prepare/specialplans.shtm




FEMA: Plan Ahead

Learn how to plan ahead to protect you and your family, and how to prepare for different emergencies. www.fema.gov/plan/index.shtm




The Homepage for the American Red Cross

The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers, guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. www.redcross.org