Time is Now for Hurricane Preparation
July 01, 2021
Time is Now for Hurricane Preparation
Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) is prepared for another potentially active hurricane season – and reminds customers now is the time for them to also be prepared.
“We all have a fundamental responsibility as Floridians to be prepared for hurricane season,” said Eric Silagy, president and CEO of FPL. “Now – before a storm has even formed, let alone threatens our state – is the time to prepare.”
FPL advises business owners to establish a detailed hurricane plan that informs employees what they need to know before, during and after a storm. Here are a few key points to consider:
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Our partner @FPL_Connect is committed to helping those in our community experiencing hardship pay their electric bill with the FPL Care To Share ® Program. They recently expanded the criteria to allow about 1.1 million additional households to qualify. Donate or learn more at FPL.com/help.
Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) is prepared for another potentially active hurricane season – and reminds customers now is the time for them to also be prepared.
“We all have a fundamental responsibility as Floridians to be prepared for hurricane season,” said Eric Silagy, president and CEO of FPL. “Now – before a storm has even formed, let alone threatens our state – is the time to prepare.”
FPL advises business owners to establish a detailed hurricane plan that informs employees what they need to know before, during and after a storm. Here are a few key points to consider:
- Ensure your employees’ contact information is up-to-date and put a plan in place to communicate after the storm passes (such as setting up a telephone number with a recorded message that will be regularly updated to inform employees of the status of company operations following a storm).
- Identify what you need to secure (your building and important equipment) and who will help; outline specific tasks and conduct a training session.
- Close your offices in sufficient time to allow employees to secure their homes, obtain supplies and evacuate if necessary; inform clients that you’re closing early and when you plan to reopen.
- Review your insurance coverage and photograph or record your place of business – inside and outside.
- Make multiple back-ups of computer files and data, and store records off premises.
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Photo* with caption
Caption: FPL EVolution Charges Ahead! The efficient growth of electric vehicles relies on the availability and access to more charging infrastructure. Workplace charging is one of the most effective ways to promote the adoption of electric vehicles. When workplace charging is available, employees are six times more likely to purchase an EV. Are you interested in how your place of work can participate? Email FPLEVolution@FPL.com for more information.
*EVolution photo
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Suggested social media post
Twitter:
The FPL Care To Share ® Program from our partner @insideFPL helps those who need financial assistance pay their electric bill. Newly expanded criteria is allowing more households to qualify. Donate or learn more at FPL.com/help.
Facebook:
Our partner @FPL_Connect is committed to helping those in our community experiencing hardship pay their electric bill with the FPL Care To Share ® Program. They recently expanded the criteria to allow about 1.1 million additional households to qualify. Donate or learn more at FPL.com/help.
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Contact:
Paula Girard, FPL Senior Communications Specialist
paula.girard@fpl.com
