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NEWS | Aug. 17, 2010

Hurricane Tip of the Week

Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

Hurricane season will continue through November, with the highest probability of a major hurricane occurring between mid-August and October. Due to a hurricane's capacity for damage, preparation is the key. Weekly hurricane tips provide need-to-know information for staying ahead of the weather.

This week's hurricane tip is:

In the event of hurricane, insurance claims may need to be filed for damages due to wind and flooding. Keep a household inventory up to date and store it in a safe place away from the home. Also, if purchasing flood insurance, companies may impose a waiting period of up to 30 days before the policy takes effect. For wind and hail coverage, there can be a 15-day waiting period.