“They’re missing out if they’re not using Baron.”
That’s the advice from Byron Frankland, Emergency Management Coordinator for the City of Galveston, Texas.
Galveston has its fair share of severe weather, and with more than 200 public events held each year, the city depends on real-time weather insights to keep both residents and visitors safe. That’s why Byron trusts Baron Threat Net.
Powering Coastal Preparedness with Real-Time Insights
Byron discovered Baron Threat Net through his own research and quickly realized it was the right fit for Galveston’s emergency management needs.
“Hurricanes, sudden thunderstorms from the Gulf, flooding, and even winter storms pose a severe strain on city resources,” Byron shared. “Having a real-time weather source is very important to us.”
Among the many tools available, the tropical weather functions and storm surge features stand out the most. During Hurricane Beryl, Baron Threat Net played a pivotal role in the city’s decision-making.
“The data helped us decide to call for a voluntary evacuation on the West End of the Island,” Byron explained. “That part of Galveston isn’t protected by the seawall, so having accurate, real-time insight was critical.”
A Customized Tool That Builds Confidence
From ease of use to customizable weather overlays, Byron says Baron Threat Net stands out from other tools he’s used in the past. It has strengthened Galveston’s overall preparedness strategy, giving his team more control and confidence during both routine operations and high-impact events.
“It gives a real-time picture of weather events in our city,” he said. “We have a valuable tool at our disposal, and we can customize it to fit our needs.”
And when it comes to managing major weather events, Byron sums it up with one word: “Confident.”
Supporting Cross-Department Coordination
The value of Baron Threat Net goes beyond the emergency management office as it supports departments across the city.
“Construction teams, event coordinators, and other departments all rely on accurate weather information to plan and prepare for impacts,” Byron said. “Baron Threat Net makes it easy to customize alerts and track specific weather threats across key locations.”
He added that the feedback from other departments has been consistently positive. The platform’s ease of use and local accuracy help keep everyone informed, prepared, and aligned.
Trusted Enough to Recommend
Impressed by the platform’s performance, Byron recommended Baron Threat Net to another city in Texas, and they signed on.
“The easy-to-use features and ability to set specific warnings around key locations made it an obvious recommendation,” he said. “Baron has been so useful in our day-to-day operations. There’s definitely a benefit to emergency management leaders across cities using the same tool, it creates consistency and supports collaboration.”
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