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Posted in Assistive Technology, AT News, Emergency Preparedness, Information Technology, Weekly Wrap-up Friday on Sep 19th, 2014
It wouldn’t be an AT wrap up if we didn’t include something about Kanye West’s recent debacle. But we’ve also got some pretty amazing things, like a new breath to morse code gadget (so many possibilities there!), a sound-identifying app that is in prototype, iPhones with bigger screens for seniors, and lots of other goodies. Have at […]
Posted in AT Events, Emergency Preparedness, Things to Know Thursday on Aug 28th, 2014
Safety Tips for the Star-Spangled Spectacular Contributed by Provi Sharpe, Director of Emergency Preparedness & Equipment Reuse, MDTAP The Star-Spangled Spectacular, September 10 to 16, 2014, is the 200th anniversary of our national anthem. A Baltimore harbor map and printable schedule of events are available online. There is also important information for the public, and two […]
Posted in Assistive Technology, Emergency Preparedness, Things to Know Thursday on Jul 31st, 2014
Safety Tips for Power Outages Contributed by Provi Sharpe, Director of Emergency Management and Reuse, MDTAP Maryland experiences severe winds during storms that have the potential to cause power outages. If a storm is coming that may bring power outages, fully charge your cell phone, laptop, and any other devices in advance. Check flashlights and […]
Posted in AT News, Emergency Preparedness, Things to Know Thursday on May 15th, 2014
Emergency Shelters and People with Disabilities Contributed by Provi Sharpe, Director of Emergency Preparedness and Reuse Activities, MDTAP Though we think of spring as a mild, gentle time of year, spring in the mid-Atlantic region can bring severe weather. Maryland is susceptible to a variety of weather-related emergencies. Severe thunderstorms are common in Maryland throughout […]
Posted in Emergency Preparedness, Things to Know Thursday on Apr 17th, 2014
Sheltering in Place Contributed by Provi Sharpe, Director of Emergency Preparedness and Equipment Reuse Do you know what it means to shelter in place? “Shelter-in-place” means to take immediate shelter where you are — at home, work, school, or in between – even in your car. It may also mean to “seal the room.” In other […]
Posted in Emergency Preparedness, Things to Know Thursday on Mar 20th, 2014
Flood Preparedness Contributed by Provi Sharpe, Director of Emergency Management and Reuse Projects, MDTAP Spring is on the way, bringing rain and floods – one of the most common hazards in the United States. Some floods develop slowly, while others, such as flash floods, can develop in just a few minutes and without visible signs […]
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