Office of Statewide Emergency Telecommunications
9-1-1 Special Needs Form

If you want the 9-1-1 operator and emergency response staff, (that is the police department, fire department, or emergency medical staff) to know that you, or someone living in your household, has a medical condition or disability, complete and mail the attached form. The mailing address is on the form.

How to Alert 9-1-1 to Your Special Needs

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CT Guide to Emergency Preparedness

With the upcoming hurricane season on the horizon, killer tornados and wildfires in the Midwest and south and California floods breaking levies, FEMA announces the release of a new citizen preparedness video titled, "Getting Ready For Disaster- One Family's Experience". The video guides viewers through important steps of disaster preparedness and is a welcome addition to FEMA's preparedness materials.

Introduction (Windows Media 6.3MB)
Get Informed (Windows Media 4.7MB)
Make a Plan (Windows Media 7.0MB)
Disaster Supplies Kit (Windows Media 5.6MB)
People with Disabilities (Windows Media 3.8MB)
Food and Water (Windows Media 5.8MB)
Helping Children Cope (Windows Media 5.8MB)
Get Involved (Windows Media 7.0MB)

A transcript of the videos has been provided for those that are unable to view these files.

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This guide is primarily intended to assist people involved in preparedness planning at the municipal and regional levels. It also contains information that will be useful to individuals with disabilities and families.