It’s never too soon to register in the Florida Special Needs Registry for people with medical conditions that require special medical attention or resources during a storm. That’s the advice from Orange County officials with the arrival of peak storm season. Liz Hamlet is a special needs shelter coordinator for Orange County Florida Department of Health. She says people should also stock up on to bring to the shelter.
“You need an ID card, a medical identification card, you need your daily medications at least a daily supply, food for the American Red Cross, blankets, pillows, folding chairs, or cots.”
She recommends people put in place a family emergency plan as well. Plans can be found online at the Orange County Government website.
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