What Utilities Get Wrong When They Staff for Storm Season

By John Cambre / July 9, 2026 /

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) expects a below-normal hurricane season in 2026. If you staff safety coverage for utility work, that good news might be deceiving. A below-normal forecast describes the whole Atlantic basin, not whether a storm hits your service area. Don’t let a quiet forecast lull your planning team into leaving…