Hurricane season is not a question of if but when.
Businesses that plan ahead don’t just withstand disruption they recoverfaster and stronger.
WhatThisGuide Delivers
Clear actions to take before, during, and after a storm
Practical steps to protect operations and assets
Guidance to resume business quickly and confidently
Why It Matters
Minimize downtime
Protect employees and customers
Maintain business continuity
Strengthen long-term resilience
Developed bythe CityofBoynton Beach Economic DevelopmentDivision to supportlocal businesses before, during, and afterhurricane events.
RESOURCES
The Federal Emergency ManagementAgency (FEMA) provides resources to help businesses prepare for a variety of hazards, including hurricanes, flooding, power outages, and other disruptions.
The Ready Business website (Ready.gov) offers practical tools to develop a preparedness plan that protects operations, employees, and assets.
Explore Ready Business tools to build a plan that keeps your operations running and your team protected.
boynton-beach.org/ed
@bbecodev 561-742-6000
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EcoDev@bbfl.us
PLAN AHEAD, STANDSTRONG
The most effective plans start before a storm is named. Take action now to protect your business, employees, and customers.
PREPARE
LAY THE FOUNDATION FOR HURRICANE READINESS.
Take action 48–72 hours before expected landfall to protect your people, assets, and operations.
People & Operations
Confirm roles and update contacts
Communicate plans, hours, and closures
Activate continuity and remote work plans
Property Protection
Secure windows, signage, and outdoor items
Back up data and safeguard critical records
Mitigate flood-prone areas
Operations
Fuel vehicles and test generators
Stock essential supplies and backup power
Ensure communication systems are ready
Monitor
Follow NOAA* and local alerts
Adjust plans as conditions change
ENDURE
STAY SAFE AND MAINTAIN CRITICAL COMMUNICATION
Focus on safety and essential operations during the storm.
Life & Safety
Prioritize employee and customer safety
Suspend nonessential operations
Shelter safely or evacuate if directed
Communication
Use devices for essential communication only
Contact emergency services onlywhen necessary and safe
Maintain internal updates with staff
Avoid Risk
Do not enter or repair damaged areas
Avoid floodwaters and hazardous conditions
Document impacts only if safe
Stay Informed
Monitor NOAA, follow City updates and official guidance
Adjust actions as conditions evolve
REOPEN SAFELY AND RESTORE OPERATIONS RECOVER
Take deliberate steps afterthe storm to resume business.
