​Navigating the impacts of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, APG showed resilience and dedication in keeping both our employees and projects safe through back-to-back storms. Our primary focus was always the safety and well-being of our team members and their families, with offices and job sites closed ahead of each storm and timely updates provided through email and other channels to keep everyone informed on developments.

Hurricane Helene delivered powerful winds, heavy rains, and significant storm surge, leading to widespread power outages and infrastructure challenges across Tampa Bay. Side-swiping the region as a Category 4, Helene left behind substantial damage. The Alanik Hotel, in particular, sustained several feet of flooding from the storm surge. As soon as the island became accessible, our team acted quickly to ensure building power was safe to energize once utility power was restored. Additionally, they tackled the unexpected challenge of unloading a 40-foot storage container that had floated down the street.

Just as we began recovery efforts, Hurricane Milton followed closely behind, hitting the area almost directly as a Category 3 storm and creating another wave of severe weather. Our Service and Life Safety teams remained prepared, ensuring that critical equipment and safety systems were ready for reactivation as soon as possible. Our Project Management teams worked closely with partners and clients to assess and address impacts on job sites and to adjust timelines with safety as the top priority. Our adaptability and emergency management experience were essential as we moved from one recovery effort to the next.

Throughout the challenges brought by both hurricanes, APG team members banded together to support one another and their communities. Many employees offered help with clearing debris, putting back fences, and checking in on each other’s homes to ensure everyone was safe and secure. This collective effort showcased the family spirit of APG, reinforcing the company’s core values of mutual support and resilience.

Despite these challenges, APG stayed focused on supporting our employees and minimizing work disruptions. We offered PTO for lost time, welcomed team members without power into the office to charge devices, enjoy air conditioning, and take a hot shower, and provided temporary power solutions where needed. In addition to the Alanik Hotel, our teams quickly returned to multiple job sites to conduct cleanup and restoration work, ensuring that project timelines remained on track despite the storms’ effects.

​With both storms now behind us, APG remains committed to supporting Tampa Bay’s recovery and reaffirming our dedication to safety and service under any conditions.