# What Makes Hurricane Recovery Different in Louisiana?

By Cordarial Zollicoffer · Published 2026-08-12 · Updated 2026-09-01 · Building Management on MarketScale
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> Learn why water damage threatens Louisiana businesses during hurricanes and how Business Continuity Plans with restoration partners reduce recovery downtime.

## Key points

- Louisiana's geography and frequent hurricanes require tailored recovery strategies.
- Louisiana's infrastructure and environment present unique challenges during hurricane recovery.

Inside Restoration & Recovery is back with a new season of conversations featuring the experts behind BMS CAT's response to some of the toughest restoration and recovery challenges across the country. In each episode, we sit down with industry professionals to share practical insights, real-world experiences, and actionable advice to help facility managers, property owners, and business leaders better prepare for the unexpected.
Our newest episode features Cordarial Zollicoffer, Commercial Account Manager for BMS CAT in New Orleans, who discusses what makes the Gulf Coast one of the most challenging environments for commercial properties during hurricane season. While hurricanes often bring images of destructive winds, Cordarial explains that water is frequently the greatest threat to businesses in Louisiana. Standing water, poor drainage, flooding, and the resulting risk of mold can create lasting damage long after the storm has passed.
Throughout the conversation, Cordarial shares why understanding local risks is critical for facility managers and property owners. He explains how proactive planning, maintaining storm drainage systems, and partnering with experienced restoration professionals can significantly reduce downtime and improve recovery after severe weather.
One of the biggest takeaways from the episode is the importance of having a strong Business Continuity Plan (BCP). According to Cordarial, knowing your response strategy and having trusted partners identified before disaster strikes allows organizations to recover more quickly while minimizing secondary damage like mold growth.
Whether you're responsible for a healthcare facility, school, commercial property, or multifamily community, this episode offers valuable guidance for preparing your organization before the next storm arrives.
Watch the latest episode of Inside Restoration & Recovery and stay tuned as we continue bringing you new conversations with the restoration professionals helping businesses recover and build resilience every day.

Tags: hurricane preparedness, business continuity, water damage restoration, gulf coast, facility management, disaster recovery

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