ERIE, Pa., Sept. 12, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Hurricane Florence
is a storm like no other. AccuWeather meteorologists are sending
out unprecedented forecasts about the power of this hurricane.
Because the storm was located farther north in the Atlantic Ocean
than any other storm to ever hit
the Carolinas, experts say it is predicted to pose a serious threat
to lives and property as it makes landfall.
Coincidentally, September is National Preparedness Month and
Erie Insurance offers four tips to prepare for this storm and
others.
- Start by identifying the hazards that have happened or could
happen in your area. Your local emergency management office
can help you with that.
- Create your plan. Consider any special accommodations
for infants and young children, seniors, pets and disabled
individuals.
- Put together an emergency kit. You never know when
disaster will strike, so also create an emergency kit for your
car. Include items such as blankets, flashlights, extra batteries
and water.
- Continue to learn more and stay
involved. Websites such as ready.gov and
eriesense.com are great resources for helpful tips. In
addition to learning more, you can also consider serving as a
disaster volunteer.
There are several trusted sources you can depend on for
real-time updates during emergencies, such FEMA, National Oceanic
and Atmospheric Administration and the U.S. National Weather
Service.
If you are an ERIE customer and
your home or car sustains damage in a storm, you can file a claim
by calling your agent or (800) 367-3743.
Erie Insurance Group
According to A.M. Best Company, Erie Insurance Group,
based in Erie, Pennsylvania,
is the 9th largest homeowners insurer and
11th largest automobile insurer in the United
States based on direct premiums written and the
16th largest property/casualty insurer in the
United States based on total lines net premium
written. The Group, rated A+ (Superior) by A.M. Best
Company, has more than 5 million policies in force and operates in
12 states and the District of Columbia. Erie Insurance
Group is a FORTUNE 500 company.
News releases and more information about Erie Insurance
Group are available at www.erieinsurance.com.
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