Severe storms—whether hurricanes, tornados, flooding, or winter weather—can leave widespread destruction across entire regions, disrupting communities, damaging infrastructure, and straining essential services. In this session, NWRA members will share real-world experiences from recent storm responses, outlining the operational challenges faced in the immediate aftermath and the long-term recovery work that followed. This interactive panel will examine the waste and recycling industry’s vital role in emergency response, debris management, workforce support, and building resilient communities.