Weekly Updates & Resources from CHUG

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS INSIGHTS LEARNED FROM THE 2021 TEXAS BLACKOUT
Emergency preparedness in the healthcare sector should be a top priority as evidenced by the 2021 Texas blackout in February 2021.

“According to the Texas Ombudsman, 168 long-term care facilities sheltered in place. Those facilities did not have a generator, and they experienced issues including burst pipes, no power, and no transportation to evacuate residents. Temperatures within the facilities dropped into the 50s, and one resident in an Austin facility died of exposure to those cold temperatures within the facility.”

At CHUG, we know that both minor and major disruptions have to be considered to maintain quality patient care, staffing, and overall healthcare facility operations. That’s why we are passionate about helping you every step of the way. From understanding your facility’s specific level of risk all the way to helping you create a strong Emergency Operations Plan with training along the way. We’re your trusted emergency preparedness partner. Take our 3-minute Risk Assessment >