NOAA “Milton” Wind Speed Probabilities Oct 7 2024
Extreme weather power outages are on the rise, impacting businesses nationwide.
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season began on June 1, and will end on November 30. The impact of Helene is very much present, with loss of life, as we see Milton developing in the same pattern but potentially a different path.
For businesses that need dependable backup power, the devastation of these storms, in combination with the impact on the supply chain, is highlighted in the recovery efforts of Helene. Infrastructure has been heavily damaged or completely wiped out, and alternative power sources after this level of destruction are needed to clear the way for utility power.
Mobile Diesel Generators
Mobile emergency generators for backup or prime power have a role to play in the reconstruction of communities. Also, as these storms persist, having mobile diesel generators as an asset for either backup power or prime on-demand power is invaluable. Flexibility on these types of generator configurations goes hand-in-hand with the unpredictable nature of these storms.
NOAA is forecasting, “a range of 17 to 25 total named storms (winds of 39 mph or higher). Of those, 8 to 13 are forecast to become hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or higher), including 4 to 7 major hurricanes (category 3, 4 or 5; with winds of 111 mph or higher). Forecasters have a 70% confidence in these ranges.”
The spike in power outages regionally can be tracked today with online platforms like Poweroutage.us and Nationaloutages.com. The amount of customers out of power and the length of time displayed on these platforms reinforces the impact these hurricanes can have on the grid, local response and the necessity of some form of backup power source.
Our team works closely with each customer to tailor a backup power solution for local requirements. We have business continuity rentals during an emergency and long-term GPS has the inventory and expert team you need to keep your business operational.
Have questions about your options? Contact our expert team to discuss your power continuity plan today!