Earthquake Strikes East Coast – Are You Prepared for A Future Quake?
If you are like most New Yorkers, an earthquake striking our area was a remote thought at best until yesterday. A 5.8 magnitude earthquake striking the East Coast is a scary reminder of the potentially damaging effects a quake could have on a densely populated and tightly constructed metropolis such as NY.
Did you know about other recent earthquakes, including one in the Hamptons late last year, as well as two in Somerset County, NJ in 2010?
One major threat is the Ramapo Seismic Zone, which sits atop earthquake fault lines that run through NY, NJ and PA. The increasing magnitude of earthquakes, such as the recent ones in 2010, which ranged from 1.5 to 3.9 magnitude, could indicate that the quakes may be growing in intensity.
Without insuring against the risk, one could suffer terrible financial consequences. HUB International Northeast is at the forefront of this issue – click here to read a recent article on protecting yourself in the event of an Earthquake, featuring HUB.
Clients can mitigate risk by stepping up their natural disaster protection policy, which includes not only earthquakes, but Hurricanes as well. Few insurers offer coverage in high-risk locales, including East Coast areas that are only remotely exposed to the threat of hurricanes. But, HUB’s High Risk Homeowners’ Coverage for Earthquake and Wind Storm offers insurance that protects against natural catastrophes and covers wind or flood exposures.
Don’t wait for natural disaster to strike. Find out more about the coverage available in your area by scheduling a complimentary consultation with a HUB Northeast Professional online at www.riskfirewall.com
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