The devastating wildfires breaking out across Los Angeles are a reminder that it’s critical to have a plan if disaster strikes in your area. No one is invincible when it comes to natural disasters, but older adults can be particularly vulnerable.
After all, many retirees tend to live in older homes that may lack the necessary improvements to prepare for extreme weather events, plus they risk isolation if a natural disaster were to occur and they weren’t able to evacuate. Add any medical issues to the mix and you can see why a natural disaster and extreme weather are particularly devastating to older adults.
