[NFBWATlk] Not sure I like this idea...

[Susan Prows]

Hi, I’m for a mapping of the neighborhood so that we can depend on each other because if you do any kind of emergency preparedness class, they always tell you to have 2 to 3 weeks of supplies because you don’t know if fire or police can get to your area so that they they do teach you they neighborhood mapping I’m with you, Kris
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> On Jan 25, 2025, at 4:29 PM, Kris Colcock via NFBWATlk <nfbwatlk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> It is an idea based in a desire to ensure all are safe in an emergency, but
> history shows that such lists may be used in a negative way. Due to the
> individuals who lost their lives because they use wheelchairs and were
> unable to leave the disaster area, there is a call to create a "Disability
> Database". A list of where individuals with disabilities live so that first
> responders can ensure they are evacuated in times of disaster.
> 
> In my work with the Kitsap County Accessible Comunitiy Advisory Committee,
> this idea has been brought up to the committee as a potential solution. I
> spoke out against it saying that instead we need to rely on creating a more
> cohesive neighborhood system where all individuals in a neighborhood know
> each other and we can work together to ensure our neighbors are safe. the
> Kitsap County Emergency Management Division is looking at attempting to
> model the Bainbridge Prepares program of mapping a neighborhood so that you
> know about the people who live around your area. Dave R. from the KCEM is
> quick to say you can't rely on the government in times of disaster but
> instead be prepared to rely on yourself and your community.
> 
> When I spoke up at the meeting against such a database I was met with
> resistance. So I wonder, what do you think? Here is a link to the article:
> https://www.disabilityscoop.com/2025/01/24/many-with-disabilities-cant-flee-fires-on-their-own-could-a-database-help/31264/
> 
> Kris
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