ALCOAST 178/25 - APR 2025 2025 HURRICANE SEASON - ENSURING PERSONNEL READINESS

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FM COMDT COGARD WASHINGTON DC
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ALCOAST 178/25
SSIC 4600
SUBJ: 2025 HURRICANE SEASON - ENSURING PERSONNEL READINESS
A. The Joint Travel Regulations (JTR)
B. Coast Guard Supplement to the Joint Travel Regulations (CGS-JTR),
COMDTINST 4600.17B
1. Hurricane season begins 01 June and continues through
30 November. In preparation, it is vital that all Coast Guard
members, civilians, and their families become familiar with the
tools and resources available to them.
2. Military personnel can visit the Office of Military personnel
Policy (CG-1M12) website for helpful information on evacuation
allowances and frequently asked questions. This information will
help you and your family be better prepared. Visit the site at:
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https://www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-for
-Human-Resources-CG-1/Director-of-Military-Personnel-CG-13/Military-
Personnel-Policy-CG-133-/Military-Pay-and-Compensation-Division-CG-
1M12/

3. Civilian personnel can visit the Office of Civilian Human
Resources (CG-1C) website for the Civilian Emergency Situations
Guide to find important information on evacuation allowances.
This information can be accessed at:
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https://www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-for
-Human-Resources-CG-1/Civilian-Human-Resources-Diversity-and-
Leadership-Directorate-CG-12/Civilian-HR/

4. Commands are encouraged to contact COMDT (CG-1M12) at:
SMB-COMDT-TravelTransportationPolicy@USCG.MIL prior to a hurricane
or event which may require evacuation, to obtain correct travel
entitlement guidance. Commands may also contact PPC Travel for
guidance on drafting evacuation messages and preparing travel claims
after the natural disaster is over.
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https://www.dcms.uscg.mil/ppc/travel/

5. All personnel are reminded to update their Coast Guard Personnel
Accountability and Assessment System (CGPAAS) information at:
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https://cgpaas.uscg.mil/

6. Information about support programs and services available to
Coast Guard members, civilian personnel, and family members are
available on the HSWL app available at:
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https://www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant
-for-Human-Resources-CG-1/Health-Safety-and-Work-Life-CG-11/
Office-of-Work-Life-CG-111/Ombudsman-Program/Ombudsman-App/

Download the "USCG HSWL" app on your cell phone to have all the
hurricane resource information listed above readily available, 24/7.
7. To protect your financial assets in the event of a hurricane,
consider the following best practices:
    a. Review your insurance policy(ies) to ensure you have adequate
coverage for your home before a potential loss occurs.
    b. If you rent a house or apartment and do not already have
renter's insurance, you may want to explore the option of
purchasing a policy.
    c. Keep in mind that most standard homeowner and renter's
insurance policies do not cover flood damage. Flood insurance is
available separately, and many policies require a 30-day waiting
period before coverage takes effect.
8. The safety and protection of Coast Guard members and their
families are of paramount concern and you are strongly encouraged to
prepare early for a safe hurricane season.
9. COMDT (CG-1M12) Travel & Transportation Policy team can be
reached by email at: SMB-COMDT-TravelTransportationPolicy@USCG.MIL
10. CAPT Ryan P. Matson, Acting Assistant Commandant for Military
Personnel (CG-1M), sends.
11. Internet release is authorized.