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Bay County Chamber of Commerce hosting annual Hurricane Preparedness Seminar
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – As hurricane season approaches, the Bay County Chamber of Commerce is taking action to ensure the community is ready.
The 2025 Hurricane Preparedness Seminar will take place Friday, June 6, at FSU Panama City. The seminar will begin at 10:30 a.m. and will be open to the community. Admission is $20 per person with lunch included.
The annual event has become an essential resource for individuals and businesses seeking to prepare and recover from the impacts of a hurricane.
June 1 marks the start of the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane season
According to a news release, with an overwhelming number of attendees last year, the chamber is once again bringing together top-tier experts to educate and inform. The featured speakers will include Chief Matthew Lindewirth, Sheriff Tommy Ford, Chief Meteorologist Chris Smith, and Sheryl Parker.
This year's seminar will cover: 2025 Hurricane season predictions, insurance coverage guidance, home & business preparedness, business continuity planning, available community resources before and after a storm, and more.
'Our goal is to help our residents and business community stay safe and resilient,' Director of Foundation at the Bay County Chamber Lisa Moore said.
The Chamber has decided to add vendor spaces this year. It will offer local businesses an opportunity to showcase services that support storm preparation and recovery.
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