Hurricane safety tips and resources for businesses
Hurricanes can bring significant wind, rain and coastal storm surges which may lead to flooding and property damage. We are here to help you get back to business should you need to file a claim.
Here are some tips to help you prepare for the storm and keep your employees and property safe. Please follow local emergency personnel evacuation plans and routes to take.
Before the storm
- Shut off gas to the building if you know how to do it safely, and make sure outdoor HVAC, turbines and exhaust fans are secured. Contact a professional if assistance is needed.
- Move items inside (outdoor equipment, materials, furniture) that may blow around during the storm and cause damage.
- Park your fleet in a garage and take the keys with you to a secure location.
- Secure openings (doors, windows, garage doors) from flying objects and high winds using shutters or plywood to prevent breach of the building and the creation of pressure differentials that could force the roof off the building.
- Remove items from the floor in case of flooding.
- Set up remote cameras and water sensors (if time allows) to monitor your business when you are not there.
- Back up data off-site in case there is damage to computer systems and files.
During the storm
- Stay indoors and keep away from windows. Move to an interior room if possible.
- Listen to weather updates. Have a battery-operated radio handy in the event of a power outage.
- Wait to go outside until there is confirmation that the storm is no longer a threat to your area.
After the storm
- Inspect gas, electrical and water lines for damage. Look for structural damage such as foundation cracks.
- Document any property damage with photos and videos and save receipts for immediate repairs made to prevent further damage.
- Stay out of damaged buildings until it is safe to do so.
- Avoid touching power lines and assume all downed power lines are live.
- Log all post-event clean-up efforts and expenses.
- If there is flooding:
- Clean up pools of water.
- Dry damp areas to prevent mold and mildew.
- Move damp items outdoors when safe to prevent mold growth.
- Move items away from damp areas.
Be sure to notify our claims team immediately if there is damage and protect the property while mitigating any future risk.
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Hurricane safety tips and resources for businesses
Hurricanes can bring significant wind, rain and coastal storm surges which may lead to flooding and property damage. We are here to help you get back to business should you need to file a claim.
Here are some tips to help you prepare for the storm and keep your employees and property safe. Please follow local emergency personnel evacuation plans and routes to take.
Before the storm
- Shut off gas to the building if you know how to do it safely, and make sure outdoor HVAC, turbines and exhaust fans are secured. Contact a professional if assistance is needed.
- Move items inside (outdoor equipment, materials, furniture) that may blow around during the storm and cause damage.
- Park your fleet in a garage and take the keys with you to a secure location.
- Secure openings (doors, windows, garage doors) from flying objects and high winds using shutters or plywood to prevent breach of the building and the creation of pressure differentials that could force the roof off the building.
- Remove items from the floor in case of flooding.
- Set up remote cameras and water sensors (if time allows) to monitor your business when you are not there.
- Back up data off-site in case there is damage to computer systems and files.
During the storm
- Stay indoors and keep away from windows. Move to an interior room if possible.
- Listen to weather updates. Have a battery-operated radio handy in the event of a power outage.
- Wait to go outside until there is confirmation that the storm is no longer a threat to your area.
After the storm
- Inspect gas, electrical and water lines for damage. Look for structural damage such as foundation cracks.
- Document any property damage with photos and videos and save receipts for immediate repairs made to prevent further damage.
- Stay out of damaged buildings until it is safe to do so.
- Avoid touching power lines and assume all downed power lines are live.
- Log all post-event clean-up efforts and expenses.
- If there is flooding:
- Clean up pools of water.
- Dry damp areas to prevent mold and mildew.
- Move damp items outdoors when safe to prevent mold growth.
- Move items away from damp areas.
Be sure to notify our claims team immediately if there is damage and protect the property while mitigating any future risk.