On the website are videos with ASL interpreters advising how to prepare for 18 topics. The videos also have an audible voice over and text appearing alongside the interpreter. Along with the videos is the Emergency Preparedness Guide formatted in Braille, large print, and regular font for download.
Thanks to FEMA Region VI partners for sharing this new Accessible Emergency Information website;
www.accessibleemergencyinfo.com.
“The website was funded by the Northeast Texas Public Health District, but they intentionally did not brand the site so other groups/agencies across the nation could use it (at no cost) to promote the inclusion of persons with disabilities in emergency preparedness and health related topics. On the website are videos with ASL interpreters advising how to prepare for 18 topics. The videos also have an audible voice over and text appearing alongside the interpreter. Along with the videos is the Emergency Preparedness Guide formatted in Braille, large print, and regular font for download. All of the information is free for public use. To support future improvements of the site, they have included a discussion page and two surveys for those viewing the information to assess preparedness levels before and after viewing the material. The intent was to create a website to assist at risk populations and serve other organizations as a tool to become prepared for all hazards.”
A POC for the site is:
Stephanie Walker
Northeast Texas Public Health District, Anderson County Coordinator
Office 903-729-7780
Mobile 903-948-9242
Fax 903-729-7786
accessibleemergencyinfo@gmail.com
Marcie Roth
Senior Advisor, Disability Issues
Department of Homeland Security/ FEMA
202.212.1537 (office)
202.285.9231 (cell)