Hurricane Season is Here
June 1 marked the official start of the 2025 hurricane season, which runs through November 30. If we’ve learned anything from past storms, it’s that preparation is critical. Now is the time to review your emergency plans and update them as needed.
The resources below can help your company and employees take proactive steps to minimize potential losses in the event of a major hurricane this year.
Helpful Resources for Hurricane Preparation and Recovery:
- National Hurricane Center – Official forecasts, storm tracking, and updates. https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/
- The Weather Channel – A comprehensive storm site with satellite imagery and computer-generated projection maps. https://weather.com/
- FEMA Hurricane Preparedness Information – Detailed disaster planning and recovery guidance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. https://www.fema.gov/emergency-managers/risk-management/hurricanes
- Google Hurricane News Alerts – Sign up with your email to receive automatic updates about hurricanes from Google News. https://www.google.com/alerts
- Hurricane Preparedness Planning for Businesses – This document includes task templates and planning recommendations for before, during, and after a storm. https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/89544
- Home Preparation Guide to Share with Employees – A helpful resource for employees to prepare their homes and families for hurricane season. – https://www.familyhandyman.com/list/12-ways-to-prep-your-home-for-hurricane-season