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SickOfTheOnePct

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1. I think such registries are a good idea

Reply to BumRushDaShow (Original post)

Mon Jul 14, 2025, 10:45 AM

Jul 14

But there also needs to be, IMO, plans and commitments made by nearby family, friends, neighbors, etc.

I realize that’s not always possible, but if I know I have a neighbor with a disability that will require them to have assistance during an evacuation, then I want them to know that if I evacuate, they’re coming with me, absent other concrete plans.

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Los Angeles weighs a disaster registry. Disability advocates warn against false assurances. [View all] BumRushDaShow Jul 14 OP

I think such registries are a good idea SickOfTheOnePct Jul 14 #1

Don't register. James48 Jul 14 #2

There was a time when I would have scoffed at such a suggestion JoseBalow Jul 14 #3

That would be one of my slightlv Jul 14 #5

If it hasn't been already, I think the "National Council on Disability" will now be shuttered. PSPS Jul 14 #4