National Hurricane Preparedness Week

Southeastern Grocers encourages neighbors to take action during National Hurricane Preparedness Week

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Tuesday, May 7, 2024
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Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG), parent company and home of Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, is encouraging its customers to begin preparations now during National Hurricane Preparedness Week as early predictions expect a record-breaking Atlantic hurricane season, which begins June 1.

Key Points: 
  • Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG), parent company and home of Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, is encouraging its customers to begin preparations now during National Hurricane Preparedness Week as early predictions expect a record-breaking Atlantic hurricane season, which begins June 1.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240507867507/en/
    Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG), parent company and home of Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, is encouraging its customers to begin preparations now during National Hurricane Preparedness Week.
  • Anthony Hucker, President and CEO for Southeastern Grocers, said, “As we brace for the potential impact of a very active hurricane season, we are encouraging our neighbors to be proactive by making necessary preparations now.
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    SEG urges neighbors to take action now to prepare their families for an overactive hurricane season.

The Brothers that just do Gutters Emphasizes the Importance of Gutter Maintenance During National Hurricane Preparedness Week

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Monday, May 6, 2024
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As National Hurricane Preparedness Week approaches, The Brothers that just do Gutters , a leading provider of gutter installation and maintenance services, stress the significance of gutter cleaning and repair in safeguarding homes against severe weather conditions.

Key Points: 
  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As National Hurricane Preparedness Week approaches, The Brothers that just do Gutters , a leading provider of gutter installation and maintenance services, stress the significance of gutter cleaning and repair in safeguarding homes against severe weather conditions.
  • However, clogged or damaged gutters can lead to water overflow, causing significant damage to a home's structure and surrounding areas.
  • With hurricane season on the horizon, it is essential for homeowners to ensure their gutter systems are in optimal condition.
  • "During a hurricane, a home's gutter system is its first line of defense against water damage," Danny Horboychuk, The Brothers that just do Gutters Brand President.

Preparedness is Key for Homeowners as the 2024 Hurricane Season Begins

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Monday, May 6, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In advance of the official start of 2024 hurricane season in June, Mercury Insurance (NYSE: MCY) is offering consumers tips on how to prepare for hurricane season. This guidance will help prepare and safeguard your home and coincides with National Hurricane Preparedness Week from May 5-11. 

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In advance of the official start of 2024 hurricane season in June, Mercury Insurance (NYSE: MCY) is offering consumers tips on how to prepare for hurricane season.
  • This guidance will help prepare and safeguard your home and coincides with National Hurricane Preparedness Week from May 5-11.
  • Here are some additional key hurricane facts that may be helpful heading into the 2024 season that everyone should be aware of:
    Hurricane activity tends to peak in mid-September, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
  • According to the Weather Channel , the 2024 hurricane season will likely be one of the most active on record, with 24 named storms and 11 hurricanes expected.

Triple-I Stresses Preparedness for ‘Very Active’ 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season

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Friday, May 3, 2024
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A typical Atlantic hurricane season has 14 named storms, seven hurricanes and three major hurricanes.

Key Points: 
  • A typical Atlantic hurricane season has 14 named storms, seven hurricanes and three major hurricanes.
  • With more Americans living in harm’s way than ever before, it is critical for everyone residing in a hurricane-prone community to make preparedness a priority for the upcoming season,” Kevelighan added.
  • National Hurricane Preparedness Week , spearheaded by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), starts on Sunday, May 5, and continues through Saturday, May 11.
  • The Triple-I’s four key hurricane preparedness tips for the 2024 season include:
    Review Your Insurance Coverage.

Hurricane Preparedness Week: PSEG Long Island Announces Climate Change Resilience Plan

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Friday, May 3, 2024
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UNIONDALE, N.Y., May 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PSEG Long Island has spent the last decade preparing the utility and the electric grid for hurricanes and other extreme weather. On National Hurricane Preparedness Week, May 5-11, the company announced it is also developing a proactive Climate Change Resilience Plan in partnership with the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) to address changes in weather patterns projected to occur over the coming decades.

Key Points: 
  • On National Hurricane Preparedness Week, May 5-11, the company announced it is also developing a proactive Climate Change Resilience Plan in partnership with the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) to address changes in weather patterns projected to occur over the coming decades.
  • PSEG Long Island is also pleased to announce that the findings of its recent Climate Change Vulnerability Study are shaping an in-depth Climate Change Resilience Plan to be published by PSEG Long Island and LIPA later this year.
  • PSEG Long Island operates the Long Island Power Authority's transmission and distribution system under a long-term contract.
  • PSEG Long Island is a subsidiary of Public Service Enterprise Group Inc. (PSEG) (NYSE:PEG), a publicly traded diversified energy company.

Southeastern Grocers Urges Customers to Take Action During National Hurricane Preparedness Week

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Monday, May 1, 2023
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Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG), parent company and home of Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, is encouraging customers to begin preparing for natural disasters this week during National Hurricane Preparedness Week.

Key Points: 
  • Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG), parent company and home of Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, is encouraging customers to begin preparing for natural disasters this week during National Hurricane Preparedness Week.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230501005423/en/
    Southeastern Grocers Inc., parent company and home of Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, is encouraging customers to begin preparing for natural disasters this week during National Hurricane Preparedness Week.
  • Additionally, each season, SEG lowers prices on more than 150 commonly shopped items to help customers stretch their grocery budget.
  • For more information on disaster preparedness, vaccine availability and savings, visit www.frescoymas.com , www.harveyssupermarkets.com and www.winndixie.com .

US Homeowners Fear Hurricane Damage, but Often Lack Critical Protection

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Monday, May 1, 2023
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Standard homeowners and renters' policies don't cover flooding, so it's imperative that homeowners assess their risk.

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  • Standard homeowners and renters' policies don't cover flooding, so it's imperative that homeowners assess their risk.
  • "Standard homeowners and renters' policies don't cover flooding, so it's imperative that homeowners assess their risk and understand how to protect their most valuable assets by obtaining flood insurance coverage."
  • During this hurricane preparedness week, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is offering advice for homeowners about protecting their property.
  • NAMIC's national survey of homeowners involved a sampling of 1,102 homeowners.

Triple-I to Mark Hurricane Preparedness Week (April 30-May 6)

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Thursday, April 27, 2023
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In addition, Hurricane Fiona struck Puerto Rico as a Category 1 on Sept. 18.

Key Points: 
  • In addition, Hurricane Fiona struck Puerto Rico as a Category 1 on Sept. 18.
  • With more Americans living in harm’s way, it is critical for everyone residing in a hurricane-prone community to make preparedness a priority,” Kevelighan added.
  • Hurricane Preparedness Week , spearheaded by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), starts on Sunday, April 30, and continues through Saturday, May 6.
  • The Triple-I’s four key hurricane preparedness tips for the 2023 season include:
    Review Your Insurance Coverage.

Powering Through the Next Big Storm

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Thursday, April 27, 2023
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KOHLER, Wis., April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Now is the time for everyone to prepare their homes and families for the U.S. hurricane season. National Hurricane Preparedness Week is April 30 – May 6, 2023, and Kohler strongly encourages people to start thinking about what they can do now to prepare for the threat of severe weather.

Key Points: 
  • Colorado State University (CSU) estimates the 2023 hurricane season will bring slightly below-average activity, with six hurricanes and two being major hurricanes.
  • Although this outlook is more optimistic, the American Red Cross encourages all homeowners to have essential supplies on hand , including power.
  • "You must be prepared for severe weather and the aftermath, which might be a loss of electricity for days or even weeks."
  • But homeowners shouldn't wait until the storm is at their front door.

Rethinking the Essentials to Power Through the Next Big Storm

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Wednesday, May 4, 2022
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KOHLER, Wis., May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As National Hurricane Preparedness Week (May 1-7, 2022) is in full swing, Kohler Power challenges homeowners to start thinking now about the upcoming hurricane season – just a few weeks away – and to consider how their power needs are reshaping what being prepared means to them. Colorado State University (CSU) estimates the 2022 hurricane season is going to bring above-average activity to the Atlantic coast region. The forecast includes at least nine hurricanes this year, with four of them being major hurricanes.

Key Points: 
  • Kohler Power challenges homeowners to consider how their power needs are reshaping what being prepared means to them.
  • "When most people think about preparing for hurricane season, they think of the primary essentials of food, water and being safe," said Melanie Tydrich, Senior Channel Manager for Kohler Residential Power.
  • "Of course, those are most important, and reliable power is increasingly imperative in today's world to ensure those essentials are met.
  • Recent weather events have shown us what can happen when there is an outage and power is slow to be restored.