Hurricanes

During evacuations and disaster sheltering, you have the right to disability accommodations. You can request reasonable changes to policies or practices. If FEMA doesn’t provide needed accommodations, contact FEMA’s Office of Equal Rights at 1-202-212-3535 or visit their website.
You can usually sign up for emergency alerts on your county’s website, including accessible formats for you and your family.
Before a disaster, check with local agencies, nonprofits, and community members for assistance programs, which may offer faster help than federal options.
For evacuation, consider adding items like noise-canceling headphones, sensory tools, comfort snacks, or communication cards to your emergency kit.
If you rely on power-dependent medical equipment, consult your healthcare provider for backup options and ask your utility company about being added to a power restoration priority list.