Catastrophe Preparedness

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Proactively protect your business

Natural disasters can have sudden and devastating impacts on businesses and communities. The right preparation with the right partner goes a long way to protecting against catastrophic loss.

AIG can help you plan for a range of natural disasters that can severely impact your business. Understanding structural and location-related risks helps you mitigate your risk by taking the right steps before a weather event. If damage occurs, our insights can also help you reduce disruption to your day-to-day operations and efficiently address the aftermath of a storm.

Hurricanes

Hurricane season starts on June 1 each year, but extreme windstorms can strike at any time. Access valuable lessons and tips to prepare for this type of event.

Before a Hurricane

Know what items to stock and which emergency contacts will be key for your business and staff.

Tip Sheet: Before [PDF]

During

Flooding, evacuation procedures, and equipment management should all be part of your plan.

Tip Sheet: During [PDF]

After

In the aftermath of a storm, structural damage can add more risks for your organization.

Tip Sheet: After [PDF]

For Families

Protect your home, your family, and valuables, and get ahead of evacuation measures.

Tip Sheet: AIG Private Client Group [PDF]

Floods

Stemming from a variety of weather events, flooding can occur in almost any area with minimal notice. Understand the locations most at risk and how you can protect your property before and after floodwaters hit.

Tip Sheet: Floods [PDF]

Wildfires

As droughts intensify, the threat of wildfires increases. These move quickly and can devastate large areas. If you’re in a potentially exposed location, learn about the actions that you can take.

Wildfire Preparedness

Use this checklist to develop a wildfire emergency plan for your business.

Tip Sheet: Wildfire Preparedness [PDF]

Wildfire and Landscaping

Reduce the risk of ignition on or around your structures through proactive maintenance.

Tip Sheet: Wildfire & Landscaping [PDF]

Wildfire Mitigation and Structure Hardening

Mitigate your risk with structural and material enhancements.

Tip Sheet: Wildfire Mitigation & Structure Hardening [PDF]

Earthquakes

Earthquakes can occur at any time of the year across many regions. While most buildings are now designed to resist earthquakes and protect occupants, some structures may still have deficiencies. Learn ways to minimize the effects before and after an event.

Tip Sheet: Earthquakes [PDF]

Winter Storms

Extreme temperatures combined with wind, snow, and flooding can cause major damage and put residential and commercial properties at risk.

Winter Weather Preparedness

Keep your business safe by taking steps to prepare your structure and its surrounding area.

Tip Sheet: Winter Cold Weather [PDF]

Cold Weather Snow Loading

Learn how the accumulation of snow on a building and roof can put your structure at risk.

Tip Sheet: Cold Weather Snow Loading [PDF]