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SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. — People and pets gave emergency managers and medical staff a run-through of what it takes to open and manage a special needs hurricane shelter in Seminole County.
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On walkers, in wheelchairs, and some with oxygen in tow, volunteers made their way inside Altermese Bentley Elementary School today to help Seminole County leaders prepare for what’s already been an active hurricane season.
“There are more and more individuals who are living at home comfortably with enhanced medical care, medical services, medical equipment, that needs power,” Emergency Manager Alan Harris said.
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For the people and pets this type of shelter is set to serve, the loss of power can be a matter of life and death.
Unlike a typical hurricane shelter, this one requires more space and specialized staff from the Florida Department of Health.
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