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Inclusive Emergency Management for People with Disabilities Facing Disaster

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Disability and Disaster

Part of the book series: Disaster Studies ((DIS))

Abstract

Emergency management, as “the discipline and profession of applying science, technology, planning and management,” aims to reduce the consequences of disasters on human populations, their properties, and their resources (International City/County Management Association, 1991, p. xvii). Yet in November 2013, a court case (BCID v. Bloomberg and The City of New York) following Superstorm Sandy found that the city had failed in its efforts to prepare adequately for the impacts of disasters on people with disabilities. As related parties work through the remedy process, all who practice or support emergency management must pay attention. Outcomes from this lawsuit will influence not only the United States, but will establish precedents for the level and scope of managing disaster impacts for people with disabilities. The purpose of this chapter is to give an overview of emergency management practice in relation to people with disabilities, in an effort to encourage action before remediation. Insights provided here will prove useful for people with disabilities, emergency managers, faith-based organizations, case managers and social service providers, medical professionals, caregivers, and family members.

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Phillips, B.D. (2015). Inclusive Emergency Management for People with Disabilities Facing Disaster. In: Kelman, I., Stough, L.M. (eds) Disability and Disaster. Disaster Studies. Palgrave Macmillan, London. https://doi.org/10.1057/9781137486004_3

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