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Preparing for Peak Disaster Season As we enter the summer period, the U.S. tends to experience the highest frequency of natural disasters. Severe storms and river floods are especially common during these summer months, particularly affecting the Upper Midwest, Ohio Valley, South, Southeast, and Northeast regions. At Claims Adjustment Group (CAG), we understand the challenges these disasters pose for insurance companies and policyholders alike. Our team is ready to provide tailored claims management solutions, ensuring swift and efficient responses to disaster-related claims. With our expertise and dedication, we aim to minimize disruption and deliver the support necessary to help your clients recover and rebuild. Partner with CAG for a seamless claims process and peace of mind during this peak disaster season. Together, we can navigate these challenging times and provide the best possible outcomes for those affected.

We are deeply heartbroken by the devastation caused by the wildfires still burning in LA County. These fires have upended lives and communities, serving as a sobering reminder of the growing risks posed by natural disasters and the urgent need for resilience. Our team is working closely with insurance partners to assess the impact of these fires and provide critical insights to aid recovery efforts. The largest 2 LA fires (Palisades and Eaton) are only partially contained, 14% and 33%, respectively. A preliminary review indicates that the fire-affected areas are considered highly wildfire-prone: more than 90% of the affected areas are identified as high risk by our models. In addition, the affected areas contain 3x more high-risk structures compared to a state-wide baseline, underscoring the magnitude of damages from these events. We see our role as a catalyst for bringing the industry together to address shared challenges. In this spirit, we are facilitating a roundtable discussion with the California Department of Insurance and APCIA to explore the future of insurance in California. We invite you to join this critical conversation. https://lnkd.in/gwZFku6K We are also proud to support SBP, a national nonprofit dedicated to shrinking the time between disaster and recovery. SBP rebuilds homes, enhances disaster preparedness, and delivers direct aid to families in need. Join us in amplifying their impact by donating: https://lnkd.in/gmtM2THX.

🌍🔥 FEMA’s Plan of Action for California Fires: A Critical Step Forward 🔥🌍 As wildfires continue to devastate communities across California, FEMA is stepping up with a comprehensive plan of action to address the immediate and long-term challenges posed by these events. In a recent interview, FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell shared insights into their approach, emphasizing collaboration, preparedness, and recovery. Key highlights include: ✅ Enhancing disaster response efforts to protect lives and property. ✅ Strengthening wildfire resilience through funding, community support, and infrastructure improvements. ✅ Focusing on long-term recovery to help affected communities rebuild stronger and safer. Wildfires are becoming more frequent and severe due to climate change, and this plan demonstrates the importance of federal support alongside state and local efforts. Our thoughts are with everyone affected, and we commend FEMA and its partners for prioritizing resilience and recovery. Learn more about FEMA’s action plan: https://lnkd.in/e6WEjviP #WildfireResilience #FEMA #CommunitySafety #ClimateAction #DisasterResponse #WildfireRecovery #CaliforniaFires

With hurricane season rapidly approaching, I'd like to share some perspectives from #GDIT's Matt Treadgold and Jim Visich. about some great things happening at #FEMA. These changes have a significant impact in three big areas: 1. Boosting Public Safety: Enhancing responsiveness and streamlining communication translates directly to saved lives and better protection for our communities. 2. Economic Security: Ensuring that businesses and homes are quickly rehabilitated post-disaster, FEMA is helping stabilize local economies, keeping jobs secure, and ensuring that economic activities resume swiftly. 3. Community Resilience: New initiatives focus not just on recovery, but on making our infrastructures more resilient. This means less damage and quicker bounce-backs in future emergencies. This is about more than just policy - it's about protecting our way of life and preparing for a safer future. If you, your companies, or your communities are doing things to improve disaster management and economic stability, let's talk! DM or discuss below - let's partner and make our world better! #PublicSafety #EconomicSecurity #EmergencyManagement #CommunityResilience https://lnkd.in/eKQmCqpv

FEMA Assistance is Available for Impacted Houstonians   Texans who need help applying for FEMA assistance can meet with Disaster Survivor Assistance crews at multiple locations in Houston beginning today, May 21. These crews can assist anyone affected by the recent severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding to kickstart their recovery. Impacted residents of Harris, Liberty, Montgomery, Polk, San Jacinto, Trinity and Walker counties can visit to get help applying for FEMA assistance, ask questions and learn about available resources. No appointment is needed. Crews will be available 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily at: Spring Branch Family Development Center 8575 Pitner Road 77080 & Fonde Community Center 110 Sabine St. 77007 Residents impacted by the storms do not have to meet with FEMA in person to apply for assistance. The fastest way to apply is online at DisasterAssistance.gov. Survivors can also apply by phone at 800-621-3362. Calls are accepted every day from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Central Time. Help is available in most languages - if you use a relay service, such as video relay (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA the number for that service. Residents should be prepared to provide the following information when applying with FEMA: § Social Security number § Address of the damaged property § Description of the damage § Information about insurance coverage § A current contact telephone number § An address where you can receive mail § Bank account and routing numbers for direct deposit of funds For the latest information, visit fema.gov/disaster/4781. Follow FEMA Region 6 at twitter.com/FEMARegion6 or Facebook at facebook.com/FEMARegion6/. #volunteerhouston

FEMA is integral to helping Americans recover from and prepare for natural disasters. The president here echoes disinformation campaigns attempting to portray it otherwise. After Helene, FEMA personnel were on the ground in hard-hit areas of NC and officials expedited tens of millions in immediate grants in the immediate aftermath for individuals and institutions. The agency so far has provided hundreds of millions of dollars to support the state's disaster response and recovery, including removing debris, rebuilding roads and bridges and restoring public facilities. FEMA also pays for flood-damage repairs and proactive projects like beach renourishments to deal with climate-related coastal erosion. https://lnkd.in/e6kR8aJT

Following a federally declared disaster, FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) can help aid you in your recovery. FEMA offers two types of assistance following a disaster: Individual Assistance (IA): Helps individuals and households directly affected by the disaster and can include temporary housing assistance, home repairs, replacement of essential housing items and disaster-related medical and dental expenses. Public Assistance (PA): Provides support to state, local, tribal and territorial governments and helps communities recover through debris removal, emergency protective measures and restoration of public infrastructure. To apply for Individual Assistance from FEMA, residents can follow these steps: 1. Visit DisasterAssistance.gov or call 1-800-621-3362 2. Have your necessary information ready (social security number, address, damage description, insurance information, bank details) 3. Document all internal and external damage with photographs 4. Complete the application 5. Await FEMA inspection 6. If approved, you should receive funds via direct deposit or check For more information, visit FEMA.gov.

🏠The aftermath of a disaster can be overwhelming, leaving many unsure of where to begin with recovery. InterNACHI® offers a guide on steps to take after a disaster to assess damage to your home safely. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gX2UJEZb. #DisasterRecovery #HomeSafety

🏠The aftermath of a disaster can be overwhelming, leaving many unsure of where to begin with recovery. InterNACHI® offers a guide on steps to take after a disaster to assess damage to your home safely. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gX2UJEZb. #DisasterRecovery #HomeSafety

🏠The aftermath of a disaster can be overwhelming, leaving many unsure of where to begin with recovery. InterNACHI® offers a guide on steps to take after a disaster to assess damage to your home safely. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gX2UJEZb. #DisasterRecovery #HomeSafety