VA teams assess hurricane assets capabilities - VA News

The Veterans Affairs Department (VA) is taking proactive measures to assess their hurricane assets’ capabilities in preparation for natural disasters. Hurricane season has arrived, and in a joint venture with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the VA is working diligently to guarantee that those who depend on them for healthcare will not have their lives disrupted by a hurricane.

The VA is working to ensure that essential medical equipment and supplies are available, that veterans are evacuated to safe locations, and that VA facilities do not suffer significant damage, according to their officials. In some situations, the VA may need to relocate veterans who live in areas that are highly vulnerable to hurricanes.

Furthermore, the VA has established a “fourth team,” a team that will respond to natural disasters in addition to its existing three teams, to prepare for the weather emergencies. In addition, the VA has made close ties to FEMA to increase communication during natural disasters. Veterans who rely on the VA for treatment during disasters that can affect their healthcare rely on the VA’s planning for their safety.

In summary, the VA is taking all relevant actions to ensure that veterans have continual access to critical health care facilities during the hurricanes. Along with FEMA, the VA is assessing their hurricane asset capabilities and prepping for weather emergencies. Noticing such proactive steps by the VA helps provide assurance to veterans that their healthcare requirements and safety are being considered seriously during crises.