What is it?
HHS's dataset on how many Medicare beneficiaries in a given area rely on electricity-powered medical equipment at home (oxygen concentrators, ventilators, kidney dialysis, etc.).
Why it matters
Power outages from storms, wildfires, or grid stress become life-threatening medical emergencies in counties with high emPOWER counts. Emergency planners and hospital incident commanders use this to prioritize generator deployment and welfare checks.
Data source
HHS emPOWER Map · View source →