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Officials to discuss disaster preparedness for seniors in Washington, D.C.

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Updated: 8:20 AM EDT May 14, 2025
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Officials to discuss disaster preparedness for seniors in Washington, D.C.
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Updated: 8:20 AM EDT May 14, 2025
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As hurricane season approaches, officials will gather in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday to discuss the urgent need for disaster preparedness.The hearing titled "Preparing for Disasters: Unique Challenges Facing Older Americans" focuses on ensuring America's seniors are ready for natural disasters.The hearing will be held by Chairman Rick Scott and Ranking Member Kirsten Gillibrand of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging. Witnesses for the hearing will include: • Sheriff Chris Nocco, Pasco County, Florida Sheriff's Office• Jennifer Pipa, Vice President of Disaster Programs, American Red Cross• L. Vance Taylor, Chief of Access and Functional Needs, California Governor's Office of Emergency ServicesTo watch live, click here.

As hurricane season approaches, officials will gather in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday to discuss the urgent need for disaster preparedness.

The hearing titled "Preparing for Disasters: Unique Challenges Facing Older Americans" focuses on ensuring America's seniors are ready for natural disasters.

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The hearing will be held by Chairman Rick Scott and Ranking Member Kirsten Gillibrand of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging.

Witnesses for the hearing will include:

• Sheriff Chris Nocco, Pasco County, Florida Sheriff's Office

• Jennifer Pipa, Vice President of Disaster Programs, American Red Cross

• L. Vance Taylor, Chief of Access and Functional Needs, California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

To watch live, click here.