With damaging winds, storm surges, torrential rain and flooding, hurricanes pose a significant threat to property, operations, and employee safety. In our hurricane toolbox, we provide concrete advice, checklists, and resources to help you get prepared and weather the storm.
Are you prepared for a hurricane: follow the 3 Ps
Protection |
Preparation |
Perseverance |
|---|---|---|
| How well are you prepared to minimize the potential for loss during a storm? | Are you aware of best practices that can assist in reducing the likelihood for injury and property damages prior to and during the storm? | Should your property sustain damage or loss, will you know how to respond? |
Want to help your business implement hurricane best practices ahead of, during and post event? Our hurricane checklist is a simple yet effective tool. Download below.
Be storm-ready: prepare your business for the hurricane season
To ensure businesses come out safely on the other side of what is predicted to be an active season, they need a strong risk management plan. The cornerstone of hurricane preparedness is a well-defined Business Continuity Plan (BCP). In our roadmap, you will find the steps your business will take before, during, and after a hurricane to minimize disruption and ensure a smooth recovery, from securing your location, to emergency supplies, effective communication, and supply chain coordination.
Download our Hurricane Risk A/T Work newsletter below and discover the best way to prepare for the 2025 hurricane season.
How to stay safe after the storm?
Do’s:
- Account for all individuals in the affected area.
- Contact emergency services for urgent situations.
- Have damaged buildings professionally inspected before re-entering.
- Check utilities for safety before use.
- Use safe lighting sources (e.g., flashlights) instead of candles.
- Verify the safety of tap water before consumption.
- Be mindful of dust from wet materials.
- Document all damage for insurance purposes.
- Seek professional advice for recovery efforts.
- Coordinate with your insurance provider for assistance.
Don’ts:
- Do not drive through flowing water.
- Avoid wading in floodwaters due to potential hazards.
- Do not use candles indoors as a lighting source.
- Avoid handling hazardous materials without proper precautions.
- Do not assume utilities are safe without inspection.
Download our safety tips one-pager to learn more about what to do after the storm.