EPA Announces Preparations for 2018 Hurricane Season

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has joined partners across federal, tribal, state and local governments in preparation for the 2018 Atlantic hurricane season. Senior leaders in the agency gathered recently in New Orleans, Louisiana, to discuss preparations. “EPA stands ready with our partners on every level to respond to the 2018 hurricane season,” says EPA Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler. “Given the expert preparedness and rapid response efforts of our teams during last year’s hurricanes, we are confident that we will respond swiftly to provide the necessary support and minimize impacts to public health and the environment.” Just last week, Hurricane Beryl