As Storm Arwen moves on stay alert, stay safe and be prepared by keeping a track on the weather via https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/ and follow ABI Storm Guidance:
- Listen out for bad weather warnings on local radio and TV
- Check the websites of the Environment Agency, Scottish Environment Protection Agency, Natural Resources Wales or the Rivers Agency (Northern Ireland) and sign up for their free flood warning service
- Make sure any unsecured items, like ladders in gardens, that can cause damage in high winds are secured
- If you have a car, try and move it away from where flooding is expected
- If you are in a flood risk area try to move valuable or essential items upstairs or to a high place
- Keep a mobile phone with you
- Check if it is safe to use electricity, gas and water supplies
If you need to claim, when safe to do so gather brief details:
* Location/premises
* Determine extent of damage, generally is it minor, moderate or severe
* Images
* Complete any emergency temporary repairs to secure property and keep invoice for any materials/labour
* Arrange quote for full repair
* Primary contact person and their contact details for access if needed
* Contact your Account Executive or HHIB head office on 01228 406290 for support and further claims advice