Port Houston released its comprehensive hurricane preparedness playbook, detailing operational protocols designed to maintain cargo flow continuity as the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season officially begins. The playbook — developed through extensive tabletop exercises with terminal operators, shipping lines, and emergency management agencies — outlines phased shutdown and restart procedures, pre-positioned equipment staging, and real-time communication frameworks. With NOAA predicting a below-normal hurricane season for 2026, Port Houston officials emphasized that preparedness investment is driven by lessons from previous disruptions including Hurricane Beryl and Harvey. The port handles approximately 70% of U.S. Gulf Coast container volume and is a critical gateway for petrochemical and resin exports, making operational continuity essential for global supply chains.
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