If you live or own a business along the Gulf or East Coast, hurricanes are a real threat. While your personal safety must always come first, you also want to protect your business assets from the significant property damage hurricanes can cause. Having a coordinated plan to address both personal safety and business preparedness is crucial to weathering the storm, ensuring a quick recovery, and securing peace of mind amidst the chaos of an impending weather event.
At DAVACO, we help businesses with storm preparations and post-hurricane cleanup. We also prioritize the safety of our field teams working in hurricane-prone areas with our standardized safety protocols that anyone can apply. When we can’t control the weather, preparation is one of the best ways to safeguard you and your business from the outcomes.
Whether you're at home or traveling for business, these expert-approved safety measures can help keep you safe in a hurricane area when storms are a possibility:
Stay updated with reliable forecasts. Hurricanes can change course quickly, and being informed gives you time to act. Use trusted sources like the National Weather Service (NWS) or National Hurricane Center (NHC) for real-time updates. Apps like The Weather Channel or the FEMA app are also excellent for providing mobile alerts, and NOAA weather radios work without internet or power.
Having the right essentials on hand can make all the difference, especially when stores run out of supplies before a storm. If you can, keep these emergency items stocked throughout hurricane season (June-November) at home, your business, or even in your car if you travel for work:
Floodwaters can be deadly—never try to walk or drive through them. "Turn around, don’t drown." Only a small amount of fast-moving water is enough to carry away vehicles or knock down adults. Also, avoid downed power lines and, if they fall on your vehicle, stay inside and call 9-1-1.
If you're in a flood-prone area, know where the nearest shelter is. The FEMA app provides this information. When staying in hotels for business, avoid ground-floor rooms to stay safer from flooding.
Protecting your business assets before the storm hits is essential to mitigate damage. Here are the key steps to safeguard your facility and prepare for post-storm recovery:
Power outages are common during hurricanes, and a fuel-ready generator can keep your operations running smoothly after the storm. Be sure to test the generator after fueling.
Ensure that key business personnel have fully charged phones and backup communication plans. This allows you to coordinate with your team remotely during and after the storm.
Once the storm passes, your focus shifts to assessing damage and getting your business back to normal. DAVACO’s facilities management expertise ensures that recovery happens as quickly as possible.
A thorough post-storm assessment is critical. We help walk through your property, checking for roof leaks, downed trees, and other hazards, and create a repair plan.
Fixing damaged signage and other exterior elements ensures your business remains visible and approachable, helping you get back to normal faster.
Hurricane preparedness involves both personal safety and business continuity. By aligning your personal emergency plans with your business strategies, you can better manage the impact of the storm and recover quickly.
Before the Storm:
After the Storm:
Hurricane season can be unpredictable, but your safety and business shouldn’t be. Whether it’s pre-storm planning or post-storm recovery, DAVACO is on your side. Don’t wait until a hurricane is at your doorstep—let us help you be prepared.
Contact us today to ensure you’re ready for whatever this hurricane season brings.