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Emergency Alerts for Organizations that Serve People with Disabilities and Others with Access and Functional Needs
Sign up for AlertsEmergency Alerts for Organizations that Serve People with Disabilities and Others with Access and Functional Needs
Sign up for AlertsPosted Thursday, May 28, 2026 11:13 AM
SUMMER HAZARDS: HEAT, AIR QUALITY, AND HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS
Summer in New York City brings serious hazards: extreme heat, poor air quality, and hurricanes. New York City Emergency Management asks that Advance Warning System partners take proactive steps to prepare staff and safeguard clients, particularly people with disabilities and others with access or functional needs (DAFN), who face significantly higher risks during weather emergencies. Focused planning and early action are essential to protect the health and safety of these vulnerable populations.
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