ALAN Offers Hurricane Prep Guide for Businesses Amid Helene

Published: 01/21/2026
Hurricane Response Logistics Relief Supply Chain Management
As Hurricane Helene approaches, ALAN shares five key points to help logistics companies prepare: prioritize safety, maintain situational awareness of the supply chain, proactively respond to logistics needs, offer support actively, and provide rational aid to avoid creating further complications. By planning ahead and working together, we can build a strong defense against the storm and ensure effective hurricane response. Prepare in advance and build a safe defense together.
ALAN Offers Hurricane Prep Guide for Businesses Amid Helene

As Hurricane Helene approaches Florida's Gulf Coast with potentially devastating force, the American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN) urges businesses and logistics professionals to prioritize safety and preparedness. The storm, forecasted to bring winds exceeding 115 mph, poses significant risks to supply chains and operations across the region.

1. Safety First: Protecting Lives Above All

Businesses in the storm's projected path must closely monitor updates from the National Hurricane Center and local weather authorities. Comprehensive emergency plans should include:

  • Clearly marked evacuation routes and designated shelters
  • Reliable communication protocols for employees
  • Regular safety drills and training sessions
  • Adequate emergency supplies including food, water, and medical kits

2. Leverage ALAN's Supply Chain Intelligence Center

The organization's real-time monitoring platform provides critical data on:

  • Storm trajectory and intensity updates
  • Road closures and infrastructure impacts
  • Historical analysis of similar weather events

This intelligence enables businesses to proactively adjust transportation routes, inventory levels, and production schedules.

3. Monitor Disaster Micro-Site for Emerging Needs

ALAN's platform aggregates logistics requests from relief organizations, allowing businesses to:

  • Identify current support requirements
  • Prepare resources for post-storm response
  • Coordinate effectively with relief agencies

4. Strategic Participation in Relief Efforts

Organizations can contribute through:

  • Pre-committing transportation capacity
  • Offering warehouse space or equipment
  • Providing specialized logistics expertise

5. Effective Disaster Assistance Practices

ALAN emphasizes the importance of:

  • Avoiding uncoordinated relief efforts that strain resources
  • Prioritizing financial contributions over material donations
  • Supporting professional relief organizations with proven response capabilities

The organization stresses that preparedness measures not only protect business continuity but also position companies to contribute meaningfully to community resilience during disasters.

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