Dear HOLLY HEGEMAN,

Hurricane season has already begun. Are you ready?

Nothing is more important than having a hurricane emergency plan in place to ensure the safety of you and your loved ones. With that in mind, here are some basic safety procedures that can be implemented quickly and easily:

Post emergency telephone numbers by your phones and make sure your children know how and when to call 911.

If you are not advised to evacuate, locate the safest area in your home. Usually rooms away from windows such as closets, bathrooms and interior hallways offer the best protection.

Stock non-perishable supplies and a disaster supply kit. Your kit should include at least one gallon of water daily per person for seven days, manual can opener, blankets, clothing, first aid kits, toiletries, flashlights, batteries, radios, cash (banks and ATMs may not be open), and pet care items.

Keep your vehicles filled with gas.

Determine escape routes from your home as well as places to meet.

Have an out-of-state friend or family member as a contact. This will ensure all your family members have a single point of contact.

Make plans now for your pets in case of evacuation.

Check your home’s insurance coverage — flood insurance is usually not covered by homeowner’s policies. GEICO can help you with homeowner’s, renter’s, or condo insurance. Go to geico.com for more information. To find out more about the National Flood Insurance Program call 1-800-720-1090.

For more detailed information about how to prepare for hurricane season, visit the National Hurricane Center’s website www.nhc.noaa.gov.

If you need to report a claim, contact us online or call 1-800-841-3000. GEICO’s Catastrophe Response Teams are on alert, ready to assist customers throughout the hurricane season. Need additional information? Visit our GEICO Catastrophe Team page.

Sincerely,

Tony Nicely

Chairman