{"id":16669,"date":"2019-09-07T18:17:42","date_gmt":"2019-09-07T22:17:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/insurance-journal.ca\/article\/residents-of-atlantic-canada-should-prepare-now-for-hurricane-dorian\/"},"modified":"2019-09-07T18:17:42","modified_gmt":"2019-09-07T22:17:42","slug":"residents-of-atlantic-canada-should-prepare-now-for-hurricane-dorian","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.lifeinsurance-orleans.ca\/index.php\/2019\/09\/07\/residents-of-atlantic-canada-should-prepare-now-for-hurricane-dorian\/","title":{"rendered":"Residents of Atlantic Canada should prepare now for Hurricane Dorian"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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In anticipation of Hurricane Dorian, the Insurance Bureau of Canada<\/strong> (IBC) has shared tips aimed at helping Atlantic Canadians keep their families and property safe.<\/p>\n

“As we’ve seen in previous years, a hurricane can cause extensive damage regardless of its category. Being prepared for any severe weather event is important for your personal and financial security,” said Amanda Dean<\/strong>, Vice-President, Atlantic, IBC. “We want to ensure that Atlantic Canadians are ready for any strong winds or heavy rains that Hurricane Dorian may bring to the region. Even a significantly weakened hurricane can carry winds strong enough to cause widespread destruction and upheaval.”<\/p>\n

IBC\u2019s top ten tips to prepare are as follows:<\/p>\n

1.      Create an emergency preparedness plan for your family.<\/p>\n

2.      Assemble disaster safety kits for your home, car and office<\/p>\n

3.      Secure any loose patio furniture and barbecues when a storm is on its way.<\/p>\n

4.      Protect or move property that might be damaged by flying debris.<\/p>\n

5.      Prepare a detailed home inventory.<\/p>\n

6.      Charge handheld electronics and have back-up power sources available.<\/p>\n

7.      Have someone check your property if you are away.<\/p>\n

8.      Make sure downspouts are clear of debris and direct water away from your home.<\/p>\n

9.      To protect against flooding caused by torrential rain, install a sump pump, backwater valve or backflow valve.<\/p>\n

10.  Check with your insurance representative to make sure you have appropriate coverage.<\/p>\n

IBC underlined that anyone with questions about their individual policy should contact their insurance representative. However, those requiring more general insurance information may contact IBC’s Consumer Information Centre at 1\u2011844-2ask-IBC (1-844-227-5422 x 228) which will be open 24\/7 or visit IBC.ca\/disaster<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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