Not enough emergency preparedness for Australians with disability

Despite making up 18 per cent of the population, people with disability account for nearly half of fire-related fatalities.

In a country where bushfires are a constant fear, advocates argue systemic failures in emergency preparedness put lives at risk.

Story by Powerd Media

Producers:

• Emma Myers

Speakers:

• Clare Gibellini - Policy Officer for Women with Disabilities Australia
• Stuart Mawbey - Volunteer SES Emergency serviceman