Plain Language Active Shooter Guide For People With Disabilities: How We “Run, Hide, and Fight!”

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This guide helps people with disabilities stay safe during an active shooter event. It describes simple steps to "Run, Hide, and Fight" in plain language. The guide explains how to quickly leave the area if possible (Run), find a safe place to hide if you can't escape (Hide), and defend yourself as a last resort (Fight). It also provides tips on planning ahead for emergencies and includes links for more resources. The goal is to make sure everyone knows what to do in these dangerous situations, especially those who may need extra help or support.

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Focus Area: Violence

Audience: Families & Children

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Firearms; Disabled Persons; Safety Management; Mass Shooting Events

Institutions: California State Council on Developmental Disabilities

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