Hurricane Isaac set to make landfall on the gulf coast late Tuesday or early Wednesday With franchise operations throughout the U.S. and across the globe, PODS® is often called into action when natural disasters such as fires, floods or tornadoes strike. When Mother Nature lashes out, managers within the company’s nationwide franchise network pool their resources to quickly mobilize PODS® containers to the hardest hit areas. The containers, transported to where they are most needed, assist in recovery and rebuilding efforts. “Last year, after Tropical Storm and Hurricane Irene hit, we mobilized hundreds of PODS® containers to help with emergency response operations in several East Coast states,” said George Spowart, chief marketing officer at PODS Enterprises, Inc. “Our fleet is ready to provide convenient storage options to those impacted by severe weather events.” When Hurricane Katrina hit the gulf states and flooded New Orleans in 2005, PODS mobilized dozens of containers to collect donations and provide storage for the storm victims. With Hurricane Isaac on track to hit the gulf states within the next 24 hours, PODS employees and its franchises are prepared and committed to helping the community. About PODS Enterprises, Inc. Founded in 1998, PODS® currently provides moving and storage services to a population of more than 250,000,000 million consumers and businesses, in 48 U.S. states, Canada, Australia and the U.K., through its company-owned and independent franchise network. To date, the PODS network has completed more than 400,000 long-distance relocations, exceeded 2,000,000 million deliveries and has over 145,000 PODS® containers in service. PODS® secure containers are constructed of a steel frame and are available in three sizes: approximately 7-by-7-by-8 feet, 12-by-8-by-8 feet and 16-by-8-by-8 feet. The 12-foot and 16-foot containers have been tested to withstand winds of more than 110-mph when partially loaded. Newer PODS® containers have the same steel frame construction but are completely recyclable panels made of steel skins and a high-density polyethylene core. For more information or to schedule service, visit PODS.com or call 800-776-7637. Historically, PODS® containers have been used by local emergency personnel, restoration companies and national relief organizations, including American Red Cross, to store emergency supplies, house medical operations, secure and transport belongings from damaged homes and businesses and to distribute food, clothing and other items to those affected.]]>