Date: September
Type: Refinery Tank Overfill
Location: Pasadena, TX
Gallons: 900,000
Date: August
Type: Chemical Spill
Location: Savanna, GA
Gallons: 1,500,000
Date: November
Type: Barge Spill
Location: Rhode Island
Gallons: 1,500,000
HURRICANE SEASON
June 1st is the start of the 2022 Hurricane Season. With the ongoing need to stay attuned to the COVID-19 pandemic, and hurricanes already occurring before the start of the season, now is the time to ensure all preparations are made. Garner is fully compliant and educated on the proper protocols for this hurricane season, including altered sheltering operations with adjusted staffing and spacial requirements for the necessary social distancing and required PPE. To assist you with this hurricane season, Garner can provide:
- Pre-Strike Sheltering and/or Post-Strike Sheltering Relief
- 5 Command Vehicles Available to Serve as:
- Command Control Center
- Communications
- COVID-19 Testing
- Disinfection/Sanitizing Services
- Support Congregate and Non-Congregate Sheltering
- Logistics & Recovery Response
To make sure you are safe and ready, prepare now:
- Have a hurricane plan for you and your family.
- Sign up for your community’s warning system. The Emergency Alert System (EAS) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Weather Radio also provide emergency alerts.
- If you are in an area at risk for flash flooding, watch for warning signs such as heavy rain.
- Practice going to a safe shelter for high winds. The best protection is a small, interior, windowless room in a sturdy building on the lowest level that is not subject to flooding.
- Know your evacuation zone, the evacuation route, shelter locations, or plans for sheltering in place.
- Gather needed supplies for at least three days. Keep in mind each person’s specific needs, including medication. Don’t forget pet supplies.
- During hurricane season, keep your vehicle fuel tank full, never letting it run below ½ a tank to avoid fuel shortages when the time comes.
- Keep essential documents in a safe place or create password-protected digital copies.
- Charge cell phones when a hurricane is in the forecast and purchase backup charging devices.
- Protect your property and business. Declutter drains and gutters. Install check valves in plumbing to prevent backups. Consider hurricane shutters. Review insurance policies. Have a business continuity plan.
Quick Links:
Ready.gov – Be Hurricane Prepared
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
Harris County Flood Control
FEMA App
Stay safe this Hurricane Season!
