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Hurricanes & Tropical Storms

Hurricanes and Tropical Storms

Hurricanes and tropical storms can pack a powerful punch, with soaking rain, flying debris, high winds and tidal surge. In addition to causing extensive damage in coastal areas, they often bring flooding hundreds of miles inland with torrential rains and high winds, posing a threat to millions of people who don't even live on a shoreline. Eight of the ten most expensive Federally-declared disasters have been caused by hurricanes.

Everyone needs to protect themselves from the dangers of Hurricane Season. Most policies take 30 days to go into effect, so the time to prepare is now.

Learn more about hurricanes

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Before a Flood

Once you purchase flood insurance, there are several things you can do to protect your home and family. Get Prepared

 

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A Storm, A Hurricane

After Tropical Storm Allison, Meteorologist Frank Billingsley learned firsthand the importance of having flood insurance. Watch the Video

 

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Resources for Hurricane Season 2012

This year, don't get caught off guard by Hurricane Season, or the dangers that come with it. Know the facts. Learn More

 

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Hurricane FAQs

Where do they hit? Who's the most at risk? If you still have questions about Hurricanes and Tropical Storms, get them answered. Learn More

 

PRIMARY RESIDENCE DISCLAIMER


For flood insurance rating purposes, a primary residence is a building that will be lived in by the insured or the insured's spouse for at least 80 percent of the 365 days following the policy effective date. If the building will be lived in for less than 80 percent of the policy year, it is considered to be a non-primary residence.

How Can I get Covered?

  • Rate your risk
  • Estimate your premiums
  • Find an agent

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