February 2021 taught everyone in Texas a very valuable lesson. Winter Storm Uri reminded us that we should expect the unexpected from Mother Nature. Well, maybe we should at least plan for it. As the saying goes, if you don't like the weather in Texas, just wait a minute. Texas is one of the most unique meteorological places on Earth. We are well positioned to face climatic events such as heat waves, tornadoes, flash floods, hurricanes and now we can include winter storms. Being prepared to face such fast changing weather patterns is something that needs to be well planned and resourced. Metz Group LLC is has a vast knowledge of dealing with response to weather events such as these. Our previous experiences include an two F2 and F3 tornados, Winter Storm Uri and the winter storm of December 2022. All of these events provided a training opportunity for us to learn valuable lessons that we can pass along to your organization and can make you better suited to respond and keep your community safe. We will meet with your Public Works team and other first responders to ensure that the response plans include as much information as possible to be effective and efficient and that inter-departmental communications and coordination are present.