The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30, is well underway. Even in a quieter forecast year, hurricanes can quickly turn ordinary workplace decisions into urgent questions about safety, pay, leave, and travel for employers.

Quick Hits

• The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts below-normal hurricane activity for 2026 but emphasizes that employers should prepare before storms threaten.
• Federal wage and hour rules are not suspended during natural disasters.
• Airport closures, flight cancellations, and ground stops can strand traveling employees and trigger unexpected wage obligations.

Although NOAA forecasts a below-normal hurricane season—with a 55 percent chance of below-normal activity and only a 10 percent chance of above-normal activity—the outlook does not forecast how many storms could make landfall. NOAA cautions that it takes only one storm making landfall to create serious disruption for employers and their workforces. Even when tropical systems weaken or dissipate, tropical remnants can cause significant prolonged rainfall and flash flooding—equally if not more disruptive than the storm itself.

With hurricane season historically peaking between mid-September and October, now is the time for employers to review their preparedness plans.

Reviewing Disaster Response Plan

A well-crafted disaster response plan can protect both employees and business continuity. Employers may want to confirm that emergency...

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