The GOHSEP Get a Game Plan Podcast

Show Notes: On this episode of The GOHSEP Get A Game Plan Podcast, National Hurricane Center Director Ken Graham joins us to talk about the start of the 2019 Atlantic Hurricane Season. He will explain why it’s important to look at the risks associated with each new event and tell us about some of the new technology the hurricane center has available for the public. Also- Louisiana State Fire Marshal Butch Browning will talk about some of the important steps in recovery for business owners and others. The fire marshal’s office has streamlined some of those steps. He will explain the Plan Review process and how his office is working with state and local officials post-disaster.

Show Notes: It’s time to finalize your emergency plans for the start of hurricane season. The 2019 Atlantic season starts June 1st. The Weather Channel’s Jim Cantore, one of the most recognized weather experts in the world, will take a few minutes to join us. He will explain how the network approaches hurricane season and will discuss the recent string of severe weather impacting Louisiana and much of the South. Plus, are you protecting your financial documents from hurricanes and other severe weather events. The Louisiana Department of Revenue will explain how to keep that information safe.

Show Notes: River flooding is a major concern in many areas of the country this time of year. Governor John Bel Edwards recently signed an emergency declaration in Louisiana to help assist the state’s local partners in what could be an extended river flood fight during 2019. We will hear from a hydrologist with the National Weather Service-Lake Charles about the river issues and provide you with information to monitor the changing conditions. We will also speak to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development about resources that agency provides the public. There are a number of issues that could cause you or your family to evacuate. These DOTD resources can help you finalize your evacuation plans.

Show Notes: Pets are a part of the family for many people. What emergency steps should you take to care for your pets during an evacuation? Louisiana Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner Dr. Mike Strain will have information on protecting your pets and livestock. Also, we will speak with St. Charles Parish Emergency Operations Director Joe Ganote. St. Charles recently hosted several events to gear up for hurricane season. We’ll tell you what’s happening in the River Parishes.

Show notes: The premiere episode of The Get A Game Plan Podcast is now available from the Louisiana Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP). Episodes will be available on the second Monday of each month. Host Mike Steele speaks with Aaron Miller, the Orleans Parish Director of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness about his office’s use of social media and other technology used to keep the public informed. We then speak with GOHSEP Senior Project Coordinator Kimberly Poorbaugh about the importance of volunteerism and how we become more resilient before the next disaster strikes.