Articles tagged “weather”

Planners need to sharpen their awareness of seasonality and avoid risky outdoor locations — that is, if they want to get their events insured.

Flight delays. Unexpected weather. Renovation snags. The list of things that can go wrong at a meeting is a long and winding one.

A new report tracks disruptions caused by extreme weather across thousands of events, revealing a growing and insidious challenge — extreme heat. 

Planners know they must expect the unexpected, but the smog caused by Canada's wildfires that blanketed the East Coast over the past week surprised most. Flights were delayed, and outdoor activities canceled, leaving many to ask what's next. 

Hurricanes, tornados, wildfires, floods, and other weather events are realities event professionals must plan for. A detailed disaster preparedness plan is key.