
SmartStorm is a FREE learning portal providing useful, critical information for preparing for and coping with the effects of hurricanes, floods, and damaging weather for the community of SETX and across the State of Texas.
Jimmy Guzman
Community Resilience Training Specialist
jguzman34@lamar.edu
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Particpates in the Smart Storm Training
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$52,000 Invested towards Community Trainings 2026
|4 Smart Storm Facilitators Selected|
24
Training Classes in 2026
Topic "Tabletop exercise designed to explore a realistic hurricane scenario and strengthen community preparedness"
Operation Storm Surge was a great opportunity to discuss and understand emergency preparedness in Southeast Texas.
Evaluating gaps in preparedness, resource coordination, and community resilience in preparing for and recovering disasters. Today's conversation encouraged collaboration and how early conversations on emergency preparedness strengthen resiliency
Date
Thursday, June 9th, 2026
Who
20+ Non profit Community members
Special Recognition
Thank you to for their generous sponsorship and partnership in supporting Operation Storm Surge.


