What is STORM?

5/29/2020 (Permalink)

Aerial View of SERVPRO Disaster Recovery Team in Macy's parking lot

As time has gone on the way SERVPRO defines a storm has evolved.

Originally STORM was used as a rallying call to all SERVPROs to help in areas where more than just the local franchises were needed to help everyone that was affected. These events included massive rainstorms, hurricanes, and flash floods.

However, those aren't the only natural disasters that happen in our world.

This massive network of hundreds of franchises willing to travel became a saving grace to those affected by all kinds of catastrophic events. Wildfires, sudden widespread freezing temperatures, even earthquakes suddenly became part of this movement.

That is STORM to SERVPRO it is the first name we gave it and it is the name that stuck.

In every disaster there is overwhelming emotions. We have had wildfires cause havoc throughout California and now we are experiencing a pandemic with the rest of the world. It is easy to get caught up in all the pain and hardship, but we have to work together to lift emotions. Focus on the positives of the future, if you need help don't be afraid to tell someone, and never lose your hope.