Hurricane and Disaster Preparedness

Ensuring that you and your loved ones are safe during a disaster cannot be managed only the 24 hours before the storm. Start learning about the resources available to you NOW so that you are ready for any local emergency. Contact Us here at Disability Achievement Center for assistance and resources.

Have a Written Plan

Lists of contacts, medications, pet instructions, and special needs written down will help you and those around you to provide assistance during a disaster.

Know Your Evacuation Plan

Know your evacuation zone and REGISTER for Special Needs Evacuation Assistance in your county! Contact us by filling out the form at the bottom of this page if you need help registering.

Keep Supplies Up to Date

Flashlights and batteries, batteries and back-ups for DME, water, NWS radio, medications, important documents, and propane, gas and/or diesel.

Know Your Risk

Are you in a flood zone? Is your flood insurance and homeowners' coverage up-to-date? Are you at risk for power outages? Know what potential hardships you may face during a disaster, and take action to make sure you understand who to contact for help.

Pasco Special Needs Form

https://content.civicplus.com/api/assets/81e8de9d-0319-4f9a-b29d-904771bc357e

Pasco Disaster Guide

https://content.civicplus.com/api/assets/359ccca2-dc61-4faf-b10c-22fdc7475ad5

Pinellas Special Assistance Info

https://webeoc.pinellascounty.org/special-needs/Login.aspx

Weather Info

Mike's Weather Page is a fantastic resource with links to many different weather services including NOAA, NWS, and USGS information. www.spaghettimodels.com

Tampa Bay Health & Medical Preparedness Coalition

Tropical Weather Planning Resources. https://www.tampabayhmpc.org/tropical-weather/

Extreme Heat Info & Education

https://www.ready.gov/summer-ready

Contact Us for Help Registering for Special Needs Evacuation Assistance

Visit the Pinellas or Pasco websites for more information, but please complete the form below for help registering for special needs evacuation assistance. Don't wait until the storms are upon us, contact us TODAY!