Training and Certificates
Smart Storm Program
What is SMARTStorm?
SmartStorm is a FREE learning portal providing useful, critical information for preparing for and coping with the effects of hurricanes, floods, and damaging weather for the community of SETX and across the State of Texas.
- Register & Create SmartStorm Account
- Complete 3 SmartStorm Training Modules
Jimmy Guzman
Community Resilience Training Specialist
jguzman34@lamar.edu
Request A Disaster Preparedness Training
Interested in disaster preparedness, emergency planning, community resilience, disaster recovery, or specialized training for your organization. Click "Let's Work Together" to request more information on Disaster Preparedness Training.
Smart Storm Facilitators
Interested in becoming a Smart Storm Facilitator? Contact Jimmy Guzman
Engagement Impact
230
Particpates in the Smart Storm Training
4
$52,000 Invested towards Community Trainings 2026
24
Training Classes in 2026
Recap of Operation Storm Surge
Topic "Tabletop exercise designed to explore a realistic hurricane scenario and strengthen community preparedness"
Operation Storm Surge was a great opportunity to discuss and understand emergency preparedness in Southeast Texas.
Evaluating gaps in preparedness, resource coordination, and community resilience in preparing for and recovering disasters. Today's conversation encouraged collaboration and how early conversations on emergency preparedness strengthen resiliency
Date
Thursday, June 9th, 2026
Who
20+ Non profit Community members
Special Recognition
Thank you to for their generous sponsorship and partnership in supporting Operation Storm Surge.
