June 1st was the official start date of the 2021 hurricane season that runs through November 30th. If we have learned anything from prior storms, preparation is critical. Now is the time to re-evaluate emergency plans and update as needed. The information below should help your company and employees as well to prepare now to make steps to minimize loss in the event of a major hurricane this year. Below are selected links to information to help you prepare for and recover from hurricanes and tropical storms.

1. National Hurricane Center
https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/

2. Weather Channel.com
https://weather.com/

The Weather Channel’s comprehensive storm site, complete with a drop-down menu of satellite photos and computer-generated projection maps.

3. FEMA Hurricane Background And Preparedness Information
Comprehensive information on disaster planning and recovery, provided by the Federal Emergency Management Administration. 
https://www.fema.gov/emergency-managers/risk-management/hurricanes

4. Google Automatic Hurricane News Alert
Simply enter your email address and Google News will automatically email hurricane updates to you. https://www.google.com/alerts

5. Hurricane Preparedness Planning for Businesses
This document contains information useful before, during and after a storm. Included in the document are templates for assigning tasks and responsibilities to staff members, as well as recommendations for developing a comprehensive plan.

6. A Site to Share with Employees On Preparing Their Homes – 
https://www.familyhandyman.com/list/12-ways-to-prep-your-home-for-hurricane-season/