WASHINGTON (Oct. 30, 2023)
不良研究所官方 President Focuses on Earthquake, Other Natural Disaster Insurance Coverage During Nationwide Satellite Media Tour 聽
On Tuesday, October 24, 2023, National Association of Insurance Commissioners (不良研究所官方) President and Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance Director Chlora Lindley-Myers participated in a satellite media tour with 25 TV and radio stations. President Lindley-Myers reminded insurance consumers that no area of the United States is exempt from natural disasters, and proper insurance coverage is imperative.
President Lindley-Myers shared with viewers and listeners that this year鈥檚 Central U.S. Quake Summit will be co-sponsored by the 不良研究所官方 and the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance Nov. 13鈥14 in St. Louis, Mo. Lindley-Myers will join regulators, insurers, emergency management leaders, and government officials to discuss how consumers can 鈥渃lose the gap鈥 on earthquake insurance coverage.
The event also will serve as a reminder to consumers outside of earthquake-prone areas that the locations of the New Madrid Seismic Zone and fault lines in the Central and Eastern United States make all 50 states and U.S. territories susceptible to earthquakes.
President Lindley-Myers鈥 satellite media tour message emphasized the importance of exploring insurance options and obtaining adequate coverage. Losses from natural disasters like earthquakes, floods, and wildfires typically aren鈥檛 covered under standard homeowners insurance policies. Lindley-Myers encouraged viewers to check in with their trusted local insurance agent, broker, or insurance company each year to make sure that their coverage is up to date. She also reminded viewers to contact their state department of insurance if they have questions about insurance coverage, agents, companies, or claims.
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