10/09/2026
Many factors affect which platforms are shut in and which are evacuated. The activities are staged based on NHC and NOAA data on forecasted wind, waves, and currents. Operators have plans for each facility with timelines to reduce personnel, suspend non-essential work, stabilize the process, and prepare for a shutdown and full evacuation. Factors that affect each facility include distance to shore, transportation options, facility design, and hurricane intensification.
Affected producing facilities shut down production and close surface and downhole barrier valves. Oil and gas volumes remaining on the facility are reduced to minimize potential environmental impact. Personnel are evacuated to shore.