GEICO has swiftly readied its catastrophe response team in preparation for Hurricane Milton, which is expected to make landfall on Wednesday around the Tampa Bay area.
The insurer’s mobile catastrophe response command center (pictured) is now set up outside of the hurricane’s projected path and will make its way to a strategic location on the Florida peninsula once the storm passes, with hundreds of adjusters and support staff across the country on standby.
“We’ve already had teams on the ground for more than a week helping customers impacted by the destructive force of Hurricane Helene,” GEICO claims vice president Frank Pickering noted.
“These teams are in the process of moving to strategic locations outside Hurricane Milton’s projected path, and they’ll be fully prepared to mobilize and return to locations throughout Florida once the storm passes.”
Forecasts suggest that Hurricane Milton may intensify, posing a significant threat with high winds and dangerous storm surges.
In anticipation of the storm, GEICO is urging its customers to take immediate precautions. Measures include relocating vehicles from flood-prone areas, securing key vehicle documents, planning an evacuation route, keeping gas tanks full, and preparing a disaster kit.
Insureds are also encouraged to install the GEICO mobile app or save the claims contact number on their phones, as claims can be lodged via the app or by calling 1-800-841-3000.
GEICO is also reminding customers to remain cautious even after the storm. For instance, vehicles that have been submerged in floodwaters should not be driven, even if the waters have receded. Customers are similarly advised to steer clear of vehicles parked near downed power lines.
GEICO has also offered assurances that its catastrophe response team will continue to be deployed in impacted areas “as long as necessary”.
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