Hidden cost of hailstorms: The impact on your business
Summary
Hail can significantly impact businesses, particularly those that rely on outdoor operations or have property exposed to the elements.
Key Highlights
Hail can cause significant property damage to buildings, vehicles, and other assets, leading to costly repairs and disruptions to business operations
Hailstorms can lead to lost revenue, productivity, and supply chain disruption
Hailstorms can pose safety risks to employees and customers
HAVOC OF HAILSTORMS ON YOUR BUSINESS
Severe weather outbreaks have produced a lot of hail this year, causing damage to businesses across the U.S. Hail can significantly impact organizations, especially those that rely on outdoor operations or have property exposed to the elements. AccuWeather For Business meteorologists can help your business stay informed when severe weather comes your way, especially when hail is in the forecast. Here are some of the potential impacts of hail on businesses:
Property damage
Hail can cause significant damage to buildings, vehicles, equipment, and other assets. For example, hailstones can dent or crack metal surfaces, shatter windows, and damage roofs causing them to leak. This damage can be costly to repair and can disrupt business operations. Businesses, such as solar energy companies, could see damage to their panels and other energy assets.
Business interruptions
Hailstorms can disrupt business operations, leading to lost revenue and productivity. For example, if a business's property is damaged, it may need to close temporarily until repairs are complete. Also, hailstorms can cause power outages, road closures, and other business disruptions.
Supply chain disruptions
If your business relies on suppliers in areas affected by hailstorms, you may experience delays in receiving supplies and shipments, which could cause disruptions to your supply chain. Your business could see delays in production or other impacts on business operations.
Safety of employees and customers
Hailstorms can pose safety risks to employees and customers. For example, if hailstones are large enough, they can cause injuries if they strike people. Also, hailstorms can create slippery surfaces that increase the risk of slips, trips, and falls.
Here's where AccuWeather For Business can help.
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