Hurricanes: A Rare, but Real Danger to New Yorkers!
Few things are as scary as experiencing a natural disaster first hand. That was certainly true for the Long Island New York residents who recently lived through the fury of Hurricane Irene. From strong winds to flooding, the damage done to residents in the area could take more months to repair. However, having adequate Long Island home insurance along with flood coverage could make the aftermath of damaging weather events a little more manageable.
There are also many things you can do to prevent or minimize damage from hurricanes when you know your region is likely to be hit:
• Any unsecured or lightweight objects in your yard should be brought inside or anchored to the ground.
• Homeowners that do not have shutters should nail plywood boards over their windows.
• Cars, boats, and other vehicles should be moved to covered shelter.
• Drain one or two feet of water from your pool to prevent flooding.
• Sandbags should be placed along the bottom of exterior doors to stop water seepage.
• Before you evacuate, unplug appliances, and shut off utilities.
Many residents have begun to rebuild and repair their communities, a strenuous process for anyone who didn’t have sufficient Long Island home insurance in place. The overall damage of Hurricane Irene was estimated to be several billion dollars. Even a small shortfall on insurance coverage can present a significant problem in the event that a home is substantially damaged or completely destroyed, so make sure your policies are up to date!
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