Emergency Preparedness: Tampa Bay

Port Tampa Bay named Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador^TM by NOAA

Port Tampa Bay has received the designation of Weather-Ready Nation AmbassadorTM, by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). In July, the port was certified "StormReady" by NOAA, meaning that it is significantly prepared with action plans for a variety of heavy weather events, including hurricanes.

The Weather-Ready Nation AmbassadorTM formally recognizes NOAA partners that are improving the nation’s readiness to cope with extreme weather, water and climate events. As a Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador, Port Tampa Bay is committing to work with NOAA and other ambassadors in the program to strengthen national resilience against extreme weather.

"Realizing the critical role we serve in the state of Florida, we at Port Tampa Bay are determined to be as prepared as possible in the face of heavy weather threats and events before they occur and to bolster recovery efforts, working with a strong network of community partners," said Port President Paul Anderson. "We are honored to receive this distinction and to serve as a role model for other ports across the country."