WHAT TO DO TODAY
LAY THE FOUNDATION FOR HURRICANE READINESS. PREPARE
Prepare your employees, protectyour property, and secure operations 48–72 hours before expected landfall.
Prepare Your People and Operations
Review emergency plans and confirm critical staff contacts. Communicate procedures, hours, and closures with staff and partners.
Protect Your Property
Secure windows, outdoor items, and flood-prone areas. Move valuables and backup critical data and documents
Secure Operations
Fuel vehicles and test generators and emergency lighting.
Stock emergency supplies and ensure battery-powered communications.
Monitor and Adjust
Track forecasts via NOAA* and local alerts.
Adapt plans as conditions and advisories change.
NOAA: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
PROTECT DURINGTHESTORM
Safeguard lives and maintain essential communications.
Prioritize Life and Safety
Ensure employee and customer safety; avoid nonessential activity. Shelter only in safe buildings or evacuate if advised.
Maintain Communication
Only contact emergency officials if necessary and if it is safe to do so. Conserve power by limiting device use to essential communication.
Avoid Risk
Do not enter or repair damaged areas during the storm Document impacts only if safe and without risk
Stay Informed
Monitor NOAA and local updates continuously Adjust plans as conditions evolve. Followthe City’s social media platforms forthe latest updates.
AFTER THE STORM RECOVER
Assess damages, communicate with stakeholders, and begin recovery.
Wait for Clearance
Return only after official all-clear. Ensure area is safe before entry.
Assess Safety
Check for structural, electrical, and gas hazards.
Inspect inside and outside thoroughly.
Document and Report
Photograph all damage for insurance. Begin claims process promptly.
Communicate Updates
Notify staff, vendors, and customers. Share reopening timeline and next steps.
Begin Recovery
Start repairs onlywhen safe. Reopen in phases using your continuity plan.
Evaluate and Improve
Reviewwhatworked and what did not.
Update emergency and recovery plans.
