Hurricane hazards come in many forms: storm surge, high winds, tornadoes, and flooding. This means it is important for you to have a plan that includes all of these hazards. Hurricane season begins on June 1st and runs through the end of November. After a disaster, an estimated 40% of small businesses never re-open their doors. In deadly disasters, like Hurricane Katrina which hit the Gulf Coast in 2005, entire cities have been wiped out and small businesses are still in the process of recovery. As residents living on the coast, South Texas business owners need to be prepared to deal with hurricanes and learn how to protect your business beforehand.

The Small Business Development Center will present a seminar on preparing your business and your staff for hurricane season on Thursday, May 29th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. There is no cost to attend and lunch will be provided. Topics include how to develop an emergency action plan, how to form a planning team, and business continuity issues. Channel 6 Chief Meteorologist Dale Nelson will be giving a presentation as well as a victim of Hurricane Katrina who will share his experience.

After attending this seminar you will be able to create an emergency preparedness plan for your business. The goal is to give your business the tools needed to keep your business up and running in the event of a natural disaster. If you’re interested in attending the seminar please call (361) 698-1021 or (361) 698-2220.