Hurricane Preparedness Workshop Hurricane Preparedness Week May 24 – 30, 2010

History of Galveston Hurricanes Hurricane of 1900Hurricane Ike The Galveston Hurricane of 1900 killed over 6,000 people and is still the deadliest hurricane in U.S. history. Hurricane Ike is the 3 rd costliest storm to hit the U.S. to date. It resulted in 195 deaths.

Categories of a Hurricane

Wind vs. Surge Recently, NOAA updated the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale. Hurricane Ike, much like Katrina, made land fall at only a Category 2 storm. The category was based on the wind speeds. However it had a surge most commonly seen with a Category 4 storm. NOAA, therefore, took the surge out of the equation and has a new separate scale for estimating the possible storm surge.

Information from the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale Category 1– Winds from 75mph to 95mph Category 2- Winds from 96mph to 110mph Category 3 – Winds from 111mph to 130mph Category 4 – Winds from 131mph to 155mph Category 5 – Winds from 155mph and higher

Evacuation Zip Codes & Surge Zone Map

 Make a Plan Make a Plan  Build a Kit Build a Kit  Stay Informed Stay Informed

What to do at work Back-up/Pack-up Upon notification that a campus evacuation or closure has been declared, employees should immediately begin the following: Begin back-up of all office and/or lab computers within designated areas Unplug computer systems and peripheral equipment such as printers, scanners etc. from electrical wall outlets. Power off uninterruptible power supply (ups); depending on mode, turn off switch or press and hold down power button; unplug from wall. Unplug phones from wall network plug; note which cable goes in which wall socket (write on cable for convenient reminder). Elevate all first floor systems off the floor or place on desk top. Move equipment away from windows, if possible.

CLEAN OUT ALL GOODS FROM REFRIGERATORS. Lock cabinets or drawers containing sensitive/important information. Once release approval is given by the Campus President, ensure that your area of responsibility is secure and proceed to leave the campus safely. IT and Ed Tech will follow departmental disaster response plans under which they will shut down the computer lab systems and cover equipment appropriately using previously designated personnel. What to do at work continued…

A glance at conditions in the tropics and Gulf As of Monday, May 24, 2010

Water Surface Tempratures

Predications for 2010 The experts agree, this coming hurricane season could be very active: Impact WeatherImpact Weather: Houston based private forecasting firm that works with oil companies. 15 Tropical Storms 9 Hurricanes 4 Major Hurricanes AccuWeatherAccuWeather: from Chief Hurricane Forecaster, Joe Bastardi. 15 Tropical Storms 5 Hurricanes 2-3 Major Hurricanes Colorado State UniversityColorado State University: from Dr. William Gray and Dr. Phil Klotzback. 15 Tropical Storms 8 Hurricanes 4 Major Hurricanes Tropical Storm RiskTropical Storm Risk: London-based forecast company. 16 Tropical Storms 8 Hurricanes 4 Major Hurricanes

Staying informed: ◦SJC Alert Me – Text messaging, and voic ◦Local News Media  ABC 13  Click 2 Houston  KHOU 11  Fox 26  TWC - The Weather Channel  Radio stations: 740AM, 92.9FM, 100.3FM, 104.1FM, 96.5FM, etc. Go back

Important Numbers On Campus Emergencies – College Phone & Emergency phones 5555 Cell Phone College Police – Non Emergency College Emergency Information Line

Local Workshops and Resources

Extras Cool video about 2005 hurricanes and me and Jim Cantore from the Weather Channel.

Questions? Thank you all for coming. The power point is located on the Public Drive - P:\Safety. Hollie Fulsom, Safety Management Specialist (office) (fax)