NSF RAPID: Hurricane Evacuations in the Age of COVID-19

• 2021

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• Jennifer Collins; Amy Polen; Elizabeth Dunn; Mark Welford

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This webpage is about how people evacuate during hurricanes while dealing with COVID-19. It describes the challenges of keeping safe from both the storm and the virus. People need to find shelters that are not too crowded to avoid spreading COVID-19. Planning ahead, using masks, and following health guidelines during evacuations are discussed. It highlights how important it is for communities to work together and be prepared for these situations in order to keep everyone safe from both natural disasters and health risks like COVID-19.

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Focus Areas: Infectious Disease; Natural Disasters

Audience: Emergency Managers

Emergency Management Stages: Response; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Natural Disasters; Cyclonic Storms; Pandemics; COVID-19

Institutions: University of South Florida; National Science Foundation (NSF)

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The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only. It does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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