Implementing a disaster preparedness plan early on can limit property loss, reduce risks, and speed the association’s recovery. Planning in advance can strengthen a community association’s ability to mitigate risk and alleviates some of the unnecessary chaos that comes with an emergency.
In the wake of the devastating Texas floods that ravaged Kerr County and parts of the Texas Hill Country in July, the Paloma Lake community and FirstService Residential sprang into action to help. While none of our residents or communities sustained direct damage, in moments like these, we are all neighbors.
When a crisis strikes a community association — whether it’s a natural disaster, a financial scandal, or a safety issue — the response must be prompt, measured, and organized. Having a crisis communication plan in place before an incident happens is essential for managing the situation effectively.
