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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org

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NEW YORK, October 5, 2016 — Reporters covering Hurricane Matthew are encouraged to contact the (I.I.I.) for information about ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ implications of hurricanes, as well as interviews and analysis.

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The I.I.I. can provide coverage information, economic analysis of hurricanes and other natural disasters, claims filing tips, as well as the following:

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• Issues
• Facts and Statistics on and
• (including , , , and the Northeast).

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Wind damage from tropical storms and hurricanes is covered under standard homeowners, renters and business insurance policies. Flood damage resulting from heavy rain, storm surge and hurricanes is excluded under standard policies. Flood coverage is available, however, from and from a few private insurers.

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Damage to cars is covered under the optional comprehensive portion of an auto insurance policy. This includes wind damage, flooding and even falling objects such as tree limbs.

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MEDIA INQUIRIES

To arrange a media interview with a subject matter expert, please contact Loretta Worters, vice president, Communications at 212-346-5545 (O); 917-620-0982 (M); lorettaw@iii.org. She can put you in touch with both national experts and regional representatives in Florida, Georgia and South Carolina.Ìý

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For Spanish language interviews, contact Elianne González at 954-684-4410; elianneg@iii.org.

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CONSUMER INFORMATION

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USEFUL APPS

The I.I.I. offers free mobile apps: The ® home inventory tool and ®, which helps you, your famil, and even your pets prepare to safely get out of harm’s way.

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VIDEOS

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The I.I.I. has a full library of educational videos on its . Information about I.I.I. mobile apps can be found .

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