Weather
How to Prepare for Natural Disasters and Manage Risks
Plan Ahead. Be Prepared.
Floods, wildfires, tornadoes, hurricanes and winter storms impact the United States every year, injuring people, damaging property and costing billions of dollars in cleanup, repairs and lost business.
It’s not possible to prevent these natural disasters, but homeowners and business risk managers can take three important steps to protect themselves, their property and their finances.
1. Plan ahead. Understand the likely risks to your family, property or business. Take steps to reduce them before a natural disaster occurs.
2. Be aware. Download the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s free app or other tools to receive emergency alerts, safety tips and more.
3. Contact Hylant. We can help you better understand the coverage provided by your homeowners insurance, small business insurance and commercial property insurance, and explore ways to further reduce your risks.
Resources to Help You Protect Your Home, Family, and Business
How to Prepare for a Flood
Flooding, including inland flooding, is now one of the most common natural disasters in the U.S.
How to Prepare for a Tornado
While more tornadoes form from April through June each year, these powerful storms can strike during any month.
How to Prepare for a Hurricane
Every year, organizations predict how many hurricanes will likely impact the U.S. Keep in mind that it takes just one to cause devastation.
How to Prepare for Severe Winter Weather
Brutal cold, snow and ice are becoming more common in all parts of the U.S., not just in the northern states.
Flood: Home & Families
Flooding, including inland flooding, is now one of the most common natural disasters in the U.S. Here are resources to help protect your family and property from a flood.
Flood: Businesses
Here are resources to help protect your business from a flood.
Wildfires: Home & Families
Wildfire “season” is now a year-round threat. Here are resources to help protect your family and property from a wildfire.
Wildfires: Businesses
Here are resources to help protect your business from a wildfire.
Tornado: Home & Families
While more tornadoes form from March through May each year, these powerful storms can strike during any month. Here are resources to help protect your family and property from a tornado.
Tornado: Businesses
Here are resources to help protect your business from a tornado.
Hurricane: Home & Families
Every year, organizations predict how many hurricanes will likely impact the U.S. Keep in mind that it takes just one to cause devastation. Here are resources to help protect your family and property from a hurricane.
- American Red Cross: Download "Hurricane Preparedness Checklist."
- Know Your Insurance: Learn about named storm deductibles.
- Ready.gov: Resources to help you stay safe before, during and after a hurricane.
Hurricane: Businesses
Here are resources to help protect your business from a hurricane.
- Tips: Support your employees before, during and after a hurricane.
- Article: Advanced Planning for Hurricanes.
- Ready.gov: Download “Hurricane Toolkit.”
Winter Weather: Home & Families
Brutal cold, snow and ice are becoming more common in all parts of the U.S., not just in the northern states. Protect your home and family.
Winter Weather: Businesses
Here are resources to help protect your business from winter weather.
