Hagerty Consulting

Here at Hagerty, we truly believe our people are the key to our success. Our expert professionals come from all walks of life and educational and professional backgrounds, leveraging their unique perspectives and innovative solutions to drive the success of our clients. Interested in joining our team? Click here to learn more about available opportunities: https://lnkd.in/e7NcEdZu #hiring #emergencymanagement

Heat related illnesses can be preventable and understanding the risk factors can help mitigate them. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), factors that may increase the risk of developing heat related illness include high levels of humidity, dehydration, and sunburn. Simple measures individuals can take to beat the heat range from drinking plenty of hydrating fluids to staying cool in an air conditioned area. Learn more about how to beat the heat with the tips below, and visit: https://lnkd.in/gASN4AAJ #beattheheat #emergencymanagement #health

As of 8:00 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT), Tropical Storm Debby is located off the coast of South Carolina about 65 miles from Charleston moving slowly eastward at 5 miles per hour (mph). It is expected to make a second landfall late Wednesday night, August 7, or early Thursday morning, August 8, between Charleston and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Debby has brought torrential rainfall resulting in at least six weather-related fatalities, significant flooding, and several tornado warnings to communities across Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina. The NHC also reports two tropical storms, Emilia and Fabio, in the Eastern Pacific moving west, neither of which are forecasted to impact land. To learn more about Tropical Storm Debby and flood safety, visit: https://lnkd.in/eky-Zmn3 #emergencymanagement #flooding #disasterresponse

According to the National Hurricane Center (NHC), potentially historic rainfall amounts of up to 25 inches are forecasted for portions of Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, prompting a major flood threat as Tropical Storm Debby continues to move northeast along the coast. Heavy rain and flooding can pose a variety of risks to persons, pets, and properties. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) encourages individuals to take the necessary precautions and prepare beforehand in the event flooding occurs. These precautions may mitigate the impacts of flooding and safeguard your household. To learn more, read the tips below and visit: https://lnkd.in/dXY_CWCB #emergencymanagement #preparedness #flood

On August 5, Hurricane Debby made landfall along the coast of Florida's Big Bend as a Category (Cat) 1 hurricane, prompting an ongoing Storm Surge Warning across Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. As Hurricane Debby continues to track northeast along the coast, portions of the Southeastern United States (US) are forecasted to receive heavy rainfall of up to 30 inches along with catastrophic flooding. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issued a state of emergency for 61 counties across the state on August 2 in anticipation of Debby's landfall. To learn more about Hurricane Debby, visit: https://lnkd.in/eg5xvSV7 #emergencymanagement #response #hurricane

Hagerty is #hiring an American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Manager to join our Recovery team! This is a full-time, remote position that requires travel to client sites on an as needed basis. In this role, an individual will consult on engagements associated with federal funds management and support state and local governments as they recover from the financial and economic impacts of COVID-19. Successful candidates must have at least seven years of professional, full-time work experience associated with grants management — including at least three years in a team lead, supervisor, or management capacity — and the ability to distill complex federal policy and compliance procedures into actionable insights. To learn more and apply, visit: https://lnkd.in/e9AKsj2j #emergencymanagement #federalfunding

Last month, Extreme Heat Awareness Month served as an important reminder to stay aware and prepared this summer as the National Weather Service's (NWS) three month Climate Outlook forecasted above-normal temperatures from coast to coast in the United States (US) between August and October. Extreme heat can prompt numerous cascading impacts for communities, including the fueling of increased wildfire risks across the country. Today, we spoke with Hagerty’s Deputy Director of Preparedness, Carla Decina, and Senior Mitigation Manager, Scott Baldwin, to discuss their career paths, experiences, and personal summer safety tips. To learn more, visit: https://lnkd.in/efqSUuTz #emergencymanagement #extremeheat #wildfires

As of today, July 31, 95 active wildfires have collectively burned at least 2,180,105 acres throughout the United States, bringing the 2024 year-to-date totals to 4,449,282 acres burned from 28,154 wildfires, according to the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC). Over the last couple of weeks, California, Idaho, and Oregon have been collectively battling over 55 wildfires as extreme fire weather conditions fuel rapid growth. California is currently battling the biggest wildfire of the year and the sixth biggest in the States history. To learn more about the wildfires and air quality, visit: https://lnkd.in/gmPQVXyB #response #wildfires

According to the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC), regions across the country can experience wildfire activity year round, especially as the weather becomes warmer and vegetation becomes drier. It is important to be knowledgeable about wildfire safety to help minimize the potential risks to persons and property. To mitigate the risks of wildfires, the NIFC suggests planning and preparing by taking actions now such as learning your evacuation routes. To learn more, read the tips below and visit:  https://lnkd.in/gFKai3ZM #EmergencyManagement #preparedness #wildfires

Hagerty is seeking to hire Comprehensive Disaster Recovery Project Managers to build our roster of qualified professionals in anticipation of what is forecasted to be an above-normal hurricane season. In this role, individuals will provide critical advisory and strategic planning services to our recovery clients and lead a large team during the Recovery phase, as needed, to meet potential future needs. Successful candidates must have a minimum of four years of experience in the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Public Assistance (PA) Program, prior experience supporting local governments impacted by natural disasters through multiple federal disaster grant programs, and strong proficiency with Microsoft Office products. To learn more and apply, visit: https://lnkd.in/eq2uRx-J #emergencymanagement #response #hurricaneseason