In September 2017, Hurricane Irma was forecasted to have a major impact on South Florida; many were affected by her strong winds and water.Drinking water before and after Hurricane Irma hit the Florida Keys was scarce for South Florida residents.

• Imagine that on August 21, 2017, the Vice President of Distribution forZephyrhills Waterwas notified that Hurricane Irma, a Level 4 hurricane may be on track to hit South Florida on September 10th, which of the three decision-making styles would theVice President need to exhibit to ensure that South Florida residents are provided sufficient supplies of water? Provide support for your choice. Describe the possible plan of action.
• Imagine it's September 6, 2017,and the Vice President of Distribution for Publix was notified that Hurricane Irma, a Level 4 hurricane was on track to hit South Florida on September 10th, which of the three decision-making styles would theVice President need to exhibit to ensure that South Florida residents are provided sufficient supplies of water? Provide support for your choice. Describe the possible plan of action.
• In reflection, what could leadership at these entitieshave done to better prepare before and after Hurricane Irma's arrival that would have had a lesser impact on the residents of South Florida.