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July 21, 2015 |
Emergency Preparedness: Tampa Bay
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Port Tampa Bay Designated ‘StormReady’ by the National Weather Service
Port Tampa Bay has been designated "StormReady," by the National Weather Service (NWS). The StormReady program recognizes communities or organizations that have protocols in place to mitigate weather disasters and promote the protection of life and property.
In Florida, every county is StormReady certified, along with several communities and organizations such as USF, Busch Gardens and Disney World. Port Tampa Bay is the first port in the country to receive this certification, and, according to the National Weather Service, the port’s application will be considered as the template for other ports, in their efforts to receive the same distinction.
"Safety and security are key priorities at Port Tampa Bay, and port management and operations staff has worked diligently to make sure the port is as prepared as possible for a hurricane or other comparable weather event," said Port CEO Paul Anderson. "We are honored to receive recognition as ‘StormReady,’ knowing that readiness is always a work in progress, and that we will be constantly seeking ways of improving our position in this regard."
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