From June 1 to November 30, hurricane season brings with it a serious test for transportation operators along the Gulf and Atlantic coasts. Storm surge, flooding, high winds—any one of these can derail operations, damage fleets, and put employees and customers at risk. While weather forecasters give us more lead time than ever, the difference between disruption and resilience comes down to planning and disciplined execution.
This guide is for operators who want to be ready before the clouds roll in—whether you're refining an existing hurricane plan or building one from scratch. Based on my experience, effective hurricane preparedness plans for ground transportation companies address the following key areas:
1. Hurricane Preparedness Team
Designate a Preparedness Coordinator to lead your plan.
Assign departmental or location-specific leader…
