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When a hurricane is approaching, it is important for you and your family to be fully equipped and prepared for the worst. Your hurricane survival kit should be able to carry you through a week or two after a storm or any other natural disaster.

The safety of your family should be your top priority in the event of a flood therefore, it is important you have a flood preparedness plan. Here are a few other additional reasons why you need a flood plan in place.

Ready for the 2024 hurricane season? Your Florida home isn’t 100% protected unless you have flood insurance. Here’s the top 3 reasons why you should get it.

Prepare for hurricane season 2023 by getting the flood insurance coverage you need to avoid financial hardship should your home be affected by flooding.

We are providing tips you need to know about preparing for a flood event.

Homeowners insurance coverage is affected by the differences between the types of storms. Insurance companies learn each year from each named storm and make changes to address the lessons learned.

Our modern-day world runs on power as our homes, modes of communication, medical services, and everyday conveniences rely on electricity. When we lose access to electricity due to a storm, our daily routines come to a grinding stop. However, proper use of

It’s peak hurricane season in Florida. Are you in an evacuation zone? Do you know which exit routes may be options for you? Here’s what you need to know.

Hurricane Season is a month away and there is no time like the present to start preparing your home. Edison Insurance Company is providing 5 tips for preparing your home.

We encourage you and your family to take this month to be proactive with all your disaster plans. In honor of National Preparedness Month, Edison Insurance would like to provide you with the following emergency preparedness tips.

The greatest flood in American history happened in 1927 when the Mississippi river overflowed. The events which caused such devastation so many years ago are still possible today, along with the addition of climate change causing the waters to rise all

As a homeowners insurance carrier in Florida, Edison Insurance Company provides important safety tips and information about storm surge for Hurricane Season.

This week is “Severe Weather Awareness Week” and it is the perfect time to prepare or review your hazardous weather plans.

We have curated a list of a few quick steps to help you prepare for a Hurricane.

Here are some step by step tips to consider when a hurricane/storm is within 36 hours from arriving.

In honor of National Preparedness Month, here are some important emergency preparedness tips.

Here are some tips to get kids ready and keep them calm during a storm.

Hurricane Season is here, and it is crucial to be prepared. Here is a list of items you should have in your hurricane supply kit.

Flooding is one of the most common natural disasters in the United States and one of Florida’s most frequent hazards. There are several reasons why flooding can occur.

Prepare, stay safe, and recover quickly with these essential hurricane resources for Florida homeowners before, during, and after a storm.

Knowing these insurance tips on how to prepare for a storm before it arrives will not only reduce your risk of harm, it may also accelerate your recovery process. 

The best way to ensure your family’s safety before Hurricane Season arrives is to prepare for the worst.

As November comes to an end, so is the 2015 Atlantic Hurricane Season. Fortunately, all 11 storms bypassed Florida this hurricane season.

With these essential hurricane preparation tips, you'll be all set to enjoy a worry-free vacation, plus protect your home and belongings while you're away.

After natural disasters such as Hurricane Matthew, it is not uncommon for fraudulent schemes to pray on those experiencing a loss. This is why Edison Insurance Company is urging our policyholders to call us first to protect themselves from fraud.

After natural disasters, such as Hurricane Irma, it is not uncommon for fraudulent schemes to pray on those experiencing a loss. Therefore, Edison Insurance Company is urging our policyholders to call us first to protect themselves from fraud.

Pet safety: Learn how to keep your dogs, cats, and other pets safe during hurricanes and severe weather events in Florida with these do’s and don’ts.

If you live here, it’s important to understand Florida hurricane frequency, risks, and home protection measures you need to stay safe during severe storms.

Chances are, all Florida homeowners have or will experience a hurricane, and the best way to keep you and your family safe is by preparing for the worst. If you’re not sure where and when to start preparations, read our Florida hurricane prep tips, giving you the 101 on all you should know.

The Atlantic hurricane season begins today, June 1st. Florida has been incredibly lucky in the past ten years, as fewer storms and no major hurricanes have made landfall. This calm has allowed Floridians to become complacent with hurricane readiness and storm

Florida is considered the “lightning capital” of the country, with more than 2,000 lightning injuries over the past 50 years. To help protect yourself, always monitor the weather and follow some of our tips to minimize the risk of a lightning accident.

Learn about flood risks and insurance requirements in Florida -- and the financial wisdom of securing your property against the unpredictability of nature.

Floods are extremely unpredictable and destructive, and can occur in regions which barely ever receive rain. Floods not only destroy property and cut essential services, but they can cause death and injuries, isolate communities, and damage major infrastructure.

We recently had severe flash floods in Southeast Florida; roads were closed, cars were flooded and stranded, and property was damaged. It's a matter of time before water will find its way into your home, and lay waste to your valuable possessions. Learn more about flood insurance and what it covers in this post by our Cheif Legal Officer Stacey Giulianti.

Here are the essential year-round tips Florida homeowners need to remain prepared for stormy weather, even after hurricane season has ended.

The El Niño and La Niña climate patterns play a crucial role in how likely (and severe) hurricanes are for a region. Here’s how they could affect Florida.

September is National Preparedness Month, serving to remind Florida residents to be prepared for natural disasters and emergencies. September is also the statistical “peak” of Hurricane season when Florida tends to see the largest number of disturbances and the highest risk of major storms forming in the Atlantic. We encourage you to follow some of our tips and take this month to be proactive with all your disaster plans for emergencies such as hurricanes, floods or fires.

Each year, the state of Florida experiences more lightning strikes per square mile than any other place in North America. With over 10,000 lightning-caused claims, valued at nearly $74 million in losses in 2014, the Insurance Information Institute reports Florida to be the state with the highest number of lightning-related insurance claims in the country.

By preparing your home and property well in advance of a brush fire threat, will keep you and your family safe, as well as saving you money, and aggravation in its aftermath. Here are a few tips.

Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas with the potential to kill or seriously harm without warning. Although hundreds of deaths in the U.S. occur from accidental carbon monoxide poisoning each year, they are preventable. 

The 2019 Atlantic Hurricane Season begins on June 1st.

As Florida residents, we ask ourselves many questions concerning hurricane season, such as “are we ready for the next big storm?” Ted Curry, director of energy studies at the University of Florida’s Public Utility Research Center, helps policymakers and utility providers decide how to best prepare for severe storms.

By having a solid plan, you can ensure the safety of yourself and your entire family, no matter what comes your way. Here are some questions to ask yourself.

Installing hurricane shutters is an effective way to minimize hurricane damages to your windows, doors, and home. However, do you know how to install them properly and safely if a storm is on the horizon?

Preparing for Florida’s rainy season can keep your family and home safe while saving you time and money. Secure a flood policy today and know your family will be covered in the event a loss results from rising water.

When a hurricane warning is issued, you have just 36 hours to finish your storm preparations. Make sure critical tasks are not forgotten amid all the chaos.

Though storms may both frighten and fascinate us, there’s a lot you may not know about them. Here are 3 things you didn’t know about hurricanes.

As Floridians, we are all aware of the damage and destruction hurricanes can cause. Here are 3 things you may not have known about hurricanes.