As we wrap up this season, we turn the spotlight inward with a hotwash—a structured reflection on what worked, what didn’t, and what we can do better next time. In emergency management, assessing and reassessing is not a weakness but a strength, and programmatic evaluations are the key to building resilience and sharpening response. Together, we revisit our themes, highlight our successes, acknowledge our challenges, and chart a path forward for an even stronger season ahead.