American Banker comprehensively covered the impact hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria had on banks and their customers, including on-the-ground reporting and analysis.
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Many financial institutions have activated their emergency centers, closed branches and stocked ATMs in advance of landfall.
August 25
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Their immediate effort is to ensure colleagues and clients are safe and that banking services are available to hurricane victims. The next big issue is preparing for the financial hit banks and customers will take from wind and water damage.
August 28
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Brent Cockerham of Moody National Bank ferried stranded residents to safety in Friendswood, Texas, one of the communities hit hardest by the storm.
September 4
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“You can’t serve the public if your employees are shellshocked,” said one top banker, comments echoed by other institutions dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey.
September 5
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The Federal Reserve's nationwide preparedness plan for cash emergencies is being put to a unique test in Puerto Rico. Stocks are being replenished with daily flights, but the lack of power to ATMs and branches is contributing to reports of cash shortages.
October 2
