Hurricane season is here, and if recent years are any indication, storms are becoming more frequent, intense, and unpredictable. With NOAA forecasting an above-average season, it’s a good time for businesses in high-risk regions to revisit their emergency action plans and make sure their continuity strategies are ready.
At Securitas USA, we’re already mobilizing resources and working closely with clients to help prepare. Whether you're planning ahead of the forecast or responding in the aftermath, our disaster response team is ready to support you at every stage.
Built for urgency: security in crisis situations
Responding to a hurricane isn’t just about reacting — it’s about readiness, flexibility, and clear coordination.
However, coordinating security during a hurricane comes with serious challenges. Power outages, blocked roads, and shifting storm paths can create fast-moving complications. That’s why we’ve built a response model that’s flexible, scalable, and centered on clear communication.
In partnership with Pinkerton, we tailor services to match each site’s risk level and operational needs. From unarmed officers to armed agents in more sensitive environments, we can adjust based on your needs and risk profile so that the right people are in place when it matters most.
Planning ahead: why timing matters
Getting ahead of the storm makes a big difference. Clients who reach out before landfall are more likely to secure the resources they need, especially in high-demand areas.
We offer a range of personnel to support different needs:
- Standard unarmed officers
- TWIC-certified officers for transportation and port facilities
- Armed or non-uniformed Pinkerton agents for discreet or higher-risk environments
Our teams are staged near impact zones and ready to deploy once conditions are safe. This approach allows for flexible support that can be adapted as your needs change during and after the storm.
Post-Storm Support: Responding When It Counts
If a storm has already passed and your site needs help, our hurricane response team moves quickly. We bring in officers and supervisors from surrounding regions to help restore order, control access, and support recovery teams on the ground.
Each response is guided by a clear command structure, helping with stability, safety, and smooth communication, especially on large or complex sites.
Mobile patrol security: coverage for hard-to-reach areas
When multiple sites need attention or static posts aren’t enough, mobile patrols become an essential part of the plan. These officer-and-vehicle teams can conduct continuous patrols, even in difficult or disrupted environments.
Patrol vehicles are equipped with GPS tracking, communication tools, and emergency supplies to support reliable coverage. Each route is tailored to meet your needs, with accountability built in through real-time updates and a responsive chain of command.
Helping you weather the storm
When a hurricane is approaching, every minute counts. Working with Securitas USA means gaining a partner with the experience, flexibility, and resources to help protect your people, property, and operations through every phase of the storm.
If your business is in a high-risk area, now is the time to act. Reach out to talk through your emergency plan and find out how we can support you before, during, and after the storm.
