The New Orleans City Council recently approved an ordinance mandating that all one- & two-family dwellings be equipped with carbon monoxide alarms. We have partnered with the New Orleans Fire Department to provide & install combination 10-year CO/smoke alarms to residents to support this ordinance.

RT KATC TV3 "Early voting started today! We had reporters in two parishes checking in with officials and voters, you'll see that on KATC TV3 later today. Here's some info on how you can cast your ballot early, as well as what's on your local ballot: katc.com/news/covering-…"

New pod alert! We interviewed the folks on the FAIR team at Disability Rights Louisiana about their work helping returning citizens get financially stable. Then we talked to Dr. Josie Badger about the employment barriers facing people with disabilities. #NDEAM ndrn.org/resource/ndr-o…

#nTIDE November 2024 #JobsReport: People with disabilities hold steady in labor market despite Federal Reserve's attempts to slow economy. Read more: tinyurl.com/57r8upza #PwD DisabilityStatistics #KesslerFdn Disability Rights Louisiana @AUCDnews

(1/2) "A 2022 study by Rutgers University found that there were over 15 million voters with disabilities in the country. If they voted at the same rate as the overall population, that could equal about 2 million votes."

Thank you to CBS News for speaking with DRLA Policy Analyst Ashley Volion, as she shares her firsthand experience with voting absentee by mail, and its importance to voters with disabilities.

This #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth, and all year long, SAMHSA stands with American Indian & Alaska Native communities. Looking for mental health, substance use, treatment, or recovery resources? The SAMHSA Tribal TTA Center can help! Find information here: samhsa.gov/tribal-ttac/re…

Take care of your mental well-being after a disaster. 🫶 Help is available if you or your loved ones are feeling frustrated or hopeless, especially during the holidays. Call or text Disaster Distress Helpline 24/7 at 1-800-985-5990.

This person contracted bird flu from backyard birds and died. If you have chickens at home, it’s time to learn what to do when your birds get sick and take steps to prevent your birds from interacting with wild birds. Contact your local Extension office. uaex.uada.edu/farm-ranch/bio…

#ResolveToBeReady: Have back-up power sources available to charge devices in case of a power outage. More tips to get you started this new year: ready.gov

We’re in the midst of a winter COVID-19 surge. Infections are increasing across the U.S. Flu and RSV continue to spread too. Yesterday, the Louisiana state health department also reported the U.S.’s first death from the bird flu H5N1. bit.ly/3BUs4kt

Be #WinterReady and remember these tips when shoveling snow: - Take it slow to reduce the risk of a heart attack from overexertion. - Dress in multiple layers of warm clothing. - Lift small amounts of snow at a time. More: ready.gov/winter-weather

Ice & snow? Take it slow! Remember: It takes longer to slow down & stop on icy roads. Increase your following distance from 3-4 seconds to 5-6 seconds. Stay safe & #WinterReady | ready.gov/winter-ready

🚨 SoCal Fires 🔥 1000s evacuated in Pacific Palisades due to wildfires fueled by strong winds. Stay safe: Follow all evacuation orders, check in Genasys Protect app Prep go bags Check on Disabled & older neighbors Need help? Try 211 or call/text Disaster Hotline at 800-626-4959

With the current wildfires and windstorms affecting Southern California, we’re sharing resources specifically for people with disabilities. As always, follow your local city and county evacuation orders and other municipal resources for information about your area. • Wildfire

With severe cold weather taking place in the Ark-La-Miss, the table below lists warming stations that are open during this time trib.al/Pnb1TcZ #Weather #LocalNews

NOLAREADY: Saint Bernard (1500 Lafreniere St) has opened as a warming center for those in need. All other warming centers are at full capacity at this time.