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Emergency Managers Face Loss of Critical Hurricane Planning Tool HURREVAC

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The HURREVAC tool, essential for emergency management and hurricane planning, is at risk of becoming inaccessible due to the expiration of its federal contract. Managed by the Army Corps of Engineers and funded by FEMA, this web-based tool is crucial for simulating hurricanes and planning evacuations. As the Atlantic hurricane season approaches in June 2026, delays in renewing the contract could hinder training exercises for emergency responders, leaving communities less prepared. The International Association of Emergency Managers warns that the loss of HURREVAC would significantly impact decision-making during real-time storm events, potentially endangering lives.

Key Details: • HURREVAC contract expires on March 18, 2026. • Training exercises for emergency management typically begin in March. • FEMA has been working for months to renew the cooperation agreement. • The Atlantic hurricane season starts in June 2026.

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