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Flood Preparedness

September 7, 2021

As you know, the best time to get ready for a flood is before it happens. According to the latest information from FEMA, there are some basic steps to take before a flood:

- Know your floodrisk. -Make a floodemergency plan. -Build or restock youremergency preparedness kit. -Consider buying flood insurance. -Familiarize yourself with local emergency plans. -Stay tuned to your phone alerts, TV, or radio for weather updates, emergency instructions, or evacuation orders.

What does a flood insurance policy cover?

Purchasing flood insurance will help protect the things you value. The NFIP offers two types of coverage � building and contents coverage � to protect your home and belongings. Here are examples of what's covered with NFIP flood insurance:

Building coverage protects your: -Electrical and plumbing systems -Furnaces and water heaters -Refrigerators, cooking stoves, and built-in appliances like dishwashers -Permanently installed carpeting -Permanently installed cabinets, paneling, and bookcases -Window blinds -Foundation walls, anchorage systems, and staircases. -Detached garages -Fuel tanks, well water tanks and pumps, and solar energy equipment

Contents coverage protects your: - Personal belongings such as clothing, furniture, and electronic equipment -Curtains -Washer and dryer -Portable and window air conditioners -Microwave oven -Carpets not included in the building coverage (e.g., carpet installed over wood floors) -Valuable items such as original artwork and furs (up to $2,500) ***None of these items are covered under the homeowner policy if there is a loss due to a flood.*** To learn even more, head over toready.gov/floods. And please feel free to send these tips to your friends and family.

 
 

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