ROUTINE R 211215Z JUN 22 MID200001822413U FM SECNAV WASHINGTON DC TO ALNAV INFO SECNAV WASHINGTON DC CNO WASHINGTON DC CMC WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS ALNAV 041/22 MSGIG/GENADMIN/SECNAV WASHINGTON DC/-/JUN // SUBJ/HURRICANE SEASON PREPAREDNESS// RMKS/1. The approach of the hurricane season signals the time to prepare and consider plans and strategies to keep yourself, your family, and your property safe from the elements. Hurricane season extends from 1 June to 30 November 2022 and is the period during each year when hurricane and associated conditions are most likely to take place in certain locations. Hurricane intensity has dramatically risen in the last 20 years, with 8 of the most active 10 hurricane seasons occurring since the mid-1990s. So we as a Department must take this threat very seriously and prepare in advance. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is predicting above- average hurricane activity this year with an assumed range of 14 to 21 named storms (winds 39 mph or higher) this season. The increased activity is attributed to several climate factors to include warmer than average sea surface temperatures in the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea and weaker tropical Atlantic trade winds. These climate changes and concerns are consistent with our need for a strategy to protect our people, installations, platforms, and operations which was the catalyst to the recent release of the Department of the Navy's (DON) Climate Action 2030 plan. As a testament to the impacts of the hurricane season and climate change, the DON has a significant vulnerability based on our unique coastal presence in the southeast. To put this in context, Hurricanes Ida (2021), Elsa (2021), Sally (2020), Florence (2018) and Michael (2018) alone resulted in $2.6B in damages to DON installations. This includes $521M in damages to NAS Pensacola alone after Hurricane Sally made landfall in 2020. To combat these extreme weather events, DON installations at NAS Key West, NS Mayport, NSA Panama City, MCAS Beaufort, and MCAS Cherry Point are engaging with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to develop viable solutions. These installations, in collaboration with the USACE, are identifying natural infrastructure opportunities to support sustainability and resilience, with potential projects including living shorelines, floating wetlands, and sea grass restoration designed to protect critical infrastructure. It is important for you personally to plan for the hurricane season particularly if you live, or have loved ones, in the southeast where there is the most impact. The best time to prepare for a hurricane is before the season begins. It is important to understand your exposure and your residence's vulnerability to conditions such as storm surge, flooding, and wind damage. Below is a recommended checklist from the National Weather Service of items to consider before the season begins in earnest: Know your Zone: If you live near the Gulf or Atlantic Coasts, find out if you live in a hurricane evacuation area by contacting your local government /emergency management office. Assemble an Emergency Kit: A basic hurricane emergency kit includes: water (one gallon/person/per day), food (non-perishable), battery powered radio, flashlight, first aid kit, batteries, whistle, moist towelettes, and a cellphone with charger. Develop a Family Emergency Plan: Before an emergency, coordinate with your family or close friends on how to contact each other, where you will go, and what you plan to do in an emergency. Keep this plan with your emergency supply kit in a safe and accessible location. Review your Insurance Policies: Review your insurance policies to ensure you have adequate coverage for your home and personal property. Understand National Weather Service forecast products: A full description of warnings, watches, advisories and outlooks, along with other useful information can be found at: https://www.weather.gov/safety/hurricane-ww. Hurricane season is arriving and this message is intended to better prepare the DON for the potential impacts it may bring. I ask you to follow the provided guidance and tips to ensure our installations are prepared and that you shore up any vulnerabilities in order to remain safe this hurricane season. 2. Released by the Honorable Carlos Del Toro, Secretary of the Navy.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//