Hurricane season in Puerto Rico is a critical period where preparedness and resilience become essential. At American Petroleum, we understand that our role during these events is vital for the continuity of operations and the safety of our communities.
Our commitment is to do everything possible to ensure that fuel supply is not only maintained, but managed efficiently and reliably, even in the most adverse conditions.
Why Rely on American Petroleum Service During the Hurricane Season
Here’s how we’re ready to face hurricane season and why your preparedness is crucial, too.
Activating and Training Our Personnel
During hurricane season, we activate all of our drivers and staff so that they are available at all times. This activation ensures that we can respond quickly to our customers’ needs and adapt our operations as the situation evolves.
In addition, the training of our teams is essential. Each team member receives specific training to handle emergency situations, ensuring that they are prepared to meet any challenge that arises during a hurricane.
Investment in Additional Equipment
This year, we have made a significant investment in additional equipment to strengthen our response capacity. We have purchased and commissioned new trucks and fuel supply equipment to ensure that we can maintain a steady flow of product even in the most challenging conditions.
This investment not only increases our operational capacity, but also enhances our flexibility to adapt to changing demands during an emergency.
To ensure that our customers have the supply they need during the hurricane season, we have also acquired additional equipment for rental. This measure allows us to expand our storage capacity for our customers, extending the time they would need supplies in order to expand our distribution capacity and meet a greater number of requests, ensuring that all affected areas receive the fuel they need to operate generators and other equipment.
Internal Emergency Management Plan
At American Petroleum, we have developed a detailed emergency management plan to guide our operations during the hurricane season. This plan includes specific strategies for supply management, coordination with local authorities, and optimization of our delivery routes.
We have backup generators to ensure that our operations continue without interruption, even if power grids are affected.
Backup Technology for Communication and Connectivity
In an emergency, effective communication is key. That is why we have implemented advanced technological solutions to ensure that our connectivity is not interrupted. We use satellite internet through Starlink, which does not rely on the local telecommunications infrastructure, which can be severely affected during hurricanes as it was in the case of Hurricane Maria.
Starlink provides a reliable and continuous connection, ensuring that we can stay in touch and coordinate our operations regardless of the circumstances. We recommend considering using Starlink for your own preparedness, as its satellite connectivity can be a valuable resource in times of emergency. Find out more about Starlink here.
Preparedness and Recommendations for Our Customers
Despite all the measures we take, personal preparedness is still critical. Be sure to check out our blogs on how to prepare for hurricane season, where you’ll find tips and recommendations to protect your home and business. Keep your fuel supplies at adequate levels and check your generators and other essential equipment to ensure they are ready to go when you need them most.
At American Petroleum, we are committed to providing exceptional service during hurricane season. Our ability to activate our personnel, our investment in additional equipment, and our detailed emergency management plan allow us to deliver a reliable and efficient supply, even in the most challenging conditions.
The implementation of advanced technology such as Starlink ensures that our operations remain connected and coordinated. However, personal preparedness is equally important.
Check out our resources and prepare for the season to ensure you and your community are ready to meet any challenges that may arise!