Hurricanes Helene and Milton demonstrate why employers need to have natural disaster plans

Hurricanes and natural disasters are bringing rising economic distress to the U.S., with $2.6 trillion in costs since 1980 and 28 climate disasters in 2023 alone.

Economic impacts from Hurricane Helene may result in businesses cutting 40,000 to 100,000 jobs in October, reflecting the link between disaster preparedness and workforce safety.

The recent tragedies emphasize the necessity for employer disaster preparedness; workers were compelled to report to a flooded facility, resulting in fatalities and ongoing investigations.

Bruce Tracey stresses that companies must prepare for natural calamities, noting their shared responsibility as community members in mitigating the risks of such disasters.

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