SOUTHEAST
AIRPORTS DISASTER
OPERATIONS GROUP
Airports Helping Airports – Rapid Response When Disaster Strikes
SEADOG is a collaborative network of airports dedicated to providing operational assistance during natural disasters.
Emergency management is critical for maintaining airport operations during and after disasters. SEADOG provides guidance, resources, and coordination to help airports prepare, respond, recover, and mitigate risks effectively.
PREPAREDNESS
Develop comprehensive emergency plans, conduct regular training, and ensure resource availability. SEADOG offers templates and checklists tailored for airport environments.
RESPONSE
Rapid deployment of personnel and equipment during disasters. SEADOG coordinates mutual aid among airports to restore operations quickly.
RECOVERY
Guidance on restoring airport functionality, including infrastructure repairs and operational continuity. Includes FEMA reimbursement tips and documentation support.
MITIGATION
Strategies to reduce future disaster impacts, such as infrastructure upgrades, risk assessments, and best practices for resilience.
THE SEADOG COMMUNITY
Guidance on restoring airport functionality, including infrastructure repairs and operational continuity. Includes FEMA reimbursement tips and documentation support.
ABOUT SEADOG
We mobilize skilled personnel, equipment, and resources to restore airport operations quickly and safely.
SEADOG was founded as the first airport mutual aid program globally. Our mission is to provide immediate, coordinated assistance to airports impacted by disasters, ensuring continuity of operations and safety for travelers and staff.
The Southeast Airport Disaster Operations Group, or “SEADOG“, is an informal collection of airports who have come together to provide operational assistance to other airports hit by natural disasters, such as hurricanes, tornadoes or floods.
SEADOG coordinates fast responses to specific operational needs, supplying teams of volunteer airport staff and necessary equipment needed to return an airport to operational status. SEADOG works closely with WESTDOG, its Western United States counterpart.
KEY POINTS
- Informal NGO with coordinating disciplines and leadership roles.
- Large group of members contributing resources and expertise.
- Works closely with WESTDOG and other regional partners.
- Operates under the principle: Airports Helping Airports.
SEADOG/WESTDOG brings a unique capability of delivery for specialization of personnel and resources specific to the unique airport environment.
- Supplemental ARFF Personnel
- Supplemental Ops Personnel
- Supplemental Assessment Teams
- Supplemental Airport LEO/Security Personnel
PARTICIPATION IN SEADOG
IS VOLUNTARY AND OPEN TO ALL.
MAP OF PARTICIPATING AIRPORTS
SEADOG & WESTDOG Airports Map
It is truly “Airports Helping Airports”