AccuWeather Exclusive: Businesses get 17 minutes of extra advance notice of destructive tornado in Fort Lauderdale

When severe weather is in the forecast - every second counts. That was the case on the evening of January 6, 2024, when a severe thunderstorm produced a damaging tornado in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. AccuWeather, with proven Superior Accuracy™, was the first to issue a warning, providing an EXTRA 17 minutes of notice compared to the government and all other sources.

The storm caused significant damage to the Yacht Club and multiple neighborhoods, knocking down trees and powerlines and damaging personal property. AccuWeather's Expert Storm Warning Meteorologists issued a life-saving SkyGuard^® Tornado Warning BEFORE any other source, providing 19 minutes of advance notice before the tornado moved into the city.

This extra time was invaluable for businesses, especially considering the rapid development of the tornado. AccuWeather's advance notice provided companies subscribed to AccuWeather For Business SkyGuard^® Notifications much-needed time to enact safety protocols, safeguard assets, and ensure operational continuity.

AccuWeather For Business: Protecting businesses, saving lives, curbing liability

During this storm, AccuWeather For Business was crucial in providing advance warnings to industries. Businesses across various industries benefited from AccuWeather's advance notice, enabling them to take proactive measures and ensure the safety of their operations.

Here are some of the ways AccuWeather For Business helps industries in severe weather: 

• Manufacturing: Factories and production facilities adjusted schedules and evacuated employees, preventing potential injuries and disruptions.
• Logistics and Transportation: AccuWeather's advance notice assisted logistics companies in rerouting shipments and ensuring the safety of drivers on the roads.
• Healthcare: Hospitals and healthcare facilities have the time to prepare for potential emergencies, ensuring the safety of patients and staff.
• Education: Schools took the necessary precautions to ensure the well-being of students and faculty.
• Energy: Power plants and utility companies implemented safety measures to prevent service interruptions and protect infrastructure.
• Retail: Stores had the opportunity to secure their property and guide customers to safety, preventing potential accidents.

Superior Accuracy™: Better informed, Better protected, Better prepared 

AccuWeather's SkyGuard Notifications deliver timely and actionable insights to businesses, offering advance warnings for severe weather events. AccuWeather provides an average of 16 advance notices when tornadoes are in the forecast, compared to only 8 minutes from all other sources. That means AccuWeather gives you more time to prepare better and get to shelter – all critical when seconds count, and lives are on the line.

Want to learn more about how AccuWeather For Business can help your business better prepare for severe weather? Contact one of our experts and get a demonstration of AccuWeather’s SkyGuard Notifications and protect your business, employees, and assets.