To ensure a coherent and effective disaster response, employers should consider the following steps:Determine individual crisis management responsibilities. In the days leading up to a predictable natural disaster, all employees should know the appropriate channels of communication for when disaster strikes, such as the company’s social media pages, website, or internal communication system. Employers should be cognizant of the federal, state, and local laws that can be enacted during and after a natural disaster. Employers should be cognizant of the federal, state, and local laws that can be enacted during and after a natural disaster. Having a well-written emergency response plan and clear employment policies are key to protecting employees and the employer, minimizing confusion during and after a natural disaster and helping ensure that operations are restored as quickly as possible following any emergency-related shutdowns.