Florida is known around the world for being a very beautiful state, but when you live here, you should prepare for the Atlantic Hurricane Season 2023 that began on June 1. Floridians should stock seven days’ worth of supplies like water, food, batteries and medications that could come in handy should hurricane damage strike again this season. Families and businesses should all ensure they are adequately prepared to manage this hurricane season by stocking up accordingly.

Since 2014, Florida has been hit by four hurricanes, with Hurricane Michael being the first Category 5 hurricane to land since Hurricane Andrew back in 1992. If major disaster strikes and you don’t know what steps to take next, make a plan now so you’re prepared.

No matter how ready or unready we may feel, the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season has begun and it looks pretty busy with our first named storm already. After an inundating 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season, Hurricane Ian destroyed Fort Myers and large areas of Central Florida before later ending with devastating Hurricane Nicole causing severe damage to homes and businesses on Florida’s Space Coast.

We at ClaimsPro USA, at all levels, recommend taking steps now to prepare for what could happen this hurricane season.

Preparing for this years Atlantic Hurricane Season can be a daunting one-day task, but ClaimsPro USA is here to make your preparation simple. We will give you all of the information necessary for staying safe during the tropical storm surge.

Prepare for hurricane season now.

Hurricanes bring devastating weather conditions such as heavy wind-driven rain, storms with wind gusts, tornadoes and flooding – as was evidenced in Hurricane Irma or Harvey. They can leave in their wake destruction.

Experts advise preparing for hurricanes if you live in an area prone to them, like Orlando, Florida. If you are living in Central Florida, hurricane season can be familiar to you, and we want you to be as prepared as possible as many move from other states into Orlando for this hurricane season. Therefore, an emergency kit and evacuation plans must also be in place just in case something should arise that requires you to evacuate.

Here are some tips on how to prepare yourself, your family and your home for hurricane season.

Wind and Water Hazards – Understand Your Risk

Discovering your hurricane risk is the first step toward being better prepared. Research what water and hurricane wind hazards exist in your area – not only coastal ones! Hurricanes don’t only affect coastal regions – their effects can be felt across hundreds of miles. Make sure you are aware of flooding that may occur in your area as well as evacuation zones and any structural damage within your house that might pose potential threats during a major storm.

Prep before Hurricane Season

Preparing for hurricanes BEFORE hurricane season starts is the key to being safe from hurricanes. Waiting until it’s too late could leave you unprotected and can even result in panicked last-minute preparations that leave you vulnerable and exposed. Stock up on disaster supplies early, as well as have your standard homeowners’ insurance policy checked over, keeping in mind flood insurance claims has a 30-day waiting period.

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Be informed of hurricane forecasts to get ready for hurricane season. It can provide insights into storm paths, rainfall amounts and wind speeds, as well as the meaning behind this data. It’s crucial that you comprehend its significance.

Move Before A Storm Is Poised to Arrive

If you reside in an area prone to severe storms, planning an evacuation in advance is highly advised. Your home could become inhabitable during a hurricane; know your evacuation zone and create an evacuation plan before making your plans. Follow this guide to prepare the hurricane evacuation plan in Florida.

Hurricane evacuation may prevent you from being able to bring your pet with you to emergency shelters or hotel rooms.

Preserve Your Property from Storms

Prepare yourself for hurricane season. Know what steps to take if a storm approaches; know what can be expected, regardless of whether you evacuated or sought shelter in place; stay aware and follow up on weather forecasts and alerts while being attentive to local officials’ and Federal Government’s advice.

Be wary after storms.

Being aware of the hazards that persist after a hurricane is an essential component of hurricane preparation. Don’t lower your guard and forget it now: nearly half of the hurricane-related deaths happen after its passage.

Assess Your Home Insurance Coverage –

Insurance can protect both property owners and renters alike. Speak with your insurance company or agent to make sure you have adequate protection in the form of a renter’s or homeowners policy to cover damage from hurricanes. Flooding may not be covered, so before considering filing a hurricane damage claim, check your policy for flood damage first. Wind damage insurance might help – remembering that water damages might not be covered under an initial claim.

ClaimsPro USA can assist in evaluating whether your property is adequately covered against hurricane, flood or wind damage. Our experienced team of public claims adjusters can assist in understanding your residential insurance as well as commercial property policy so that you are fully informed as to what comprehensive coverage exists and its limits and with any pending or denied claims that need assistance.

How to protect against hurricanes

Protecting your home from hurricanes if you live near Central Florida is of utmost importance. ClaimsPro USA has come up with some advice on how to protect your home from hurricane damage, which includes the following recommendations.

• Verify the drainage system and sump pump are working properly, as well as have a backup generator ready in case their electrical systems malfunction.
• Inspect your roof to identify any problems and address them prior to hurricane season.
• Make sure that you review your home insurance policy (business interruption insurance policy in case of the business owner) with your insurance carrier to make sure that all potential scenarios have been covered.
• Your goal should be to prevent hurricane-generated floodwater from filling your home, potentially flooding it and leaving your belongings exposed.

ClaimsPro USA’s expert public insurance adjusters advise the following three steps if your home floods: “First, stop the source of flooding. Turn off electricity (only if it can be done safely without getting wet).” Next, contact your insurance agent or landlord and document everything that happened before cleaning up any mess left behind to avoid further damage.

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Prepare your children for hurricanes and floods by teaching them how to shelter in place and what steps should be taken if flooding occurs.

Prepare yourself for any damages that could linger after the storm has passed, such as unclean and clogged gutters.

A hurricane emergency kit should include water, food and first aid supplies along with communication devices, light sources and any necessary communication devices.

Make sure that the policy you have covers damages caused by natural disasters such as floods, tornadoes and hurricanes. This is particularly important if you live in Florida, as this state is vulnerable to such events. Homeowner insurance will protect against future damages to your home; when damage occurs, reach out to your agent right away for the hurricane damage insurance claim process.

Conclusion:

This year is expected to have a below-average hurricane season, yet we have learned much about nature and weather over recent months. To remain safe and prepared for anything unexpected, it’s wise to stay aware and prepared for whatever may come our way.

Are You Prepared for Hurricane Season? Now is the time to act to be safe during this year’s hurricane season by understanding your risk and knowing how to read alerts and forecasts, as well as being familiar with what to expect before, during, and after an event such as a hurricane. Even if you think you are already prepared, more may still be needed even if you think so!