River Flooding: Coming soon to a community near you.

We’ve all heard this story: Spring rains, melting snow and other changing weather patterns have increased the risk of flooding in communities. But you can help tell a new story. Help your clients be prepared for all the surprises that come their way when the river floods. Flood insurance can protect them from the river’s unexpected twists and turns.  

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SET THE STAGE

What your clients need to know if they live in communities near waterways (e.g., rivers, streams, creeks, etc.)

  • Riverine flooding can impact homes in cities on a river or even miles away. 
  • Most homeowners and renters insurance policies do not cover flood damage, and flood insurance policies don't automatically renew. 
  • There is typically a 30-day waiting period between submitting a flood insurance policy application and the effective date. 

SPOTLIGHT

Buying or renewing flood insurance is the key to protecting the lives they've built. 

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Riverine flooding is the third-costliest natural disaster.

 

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99% of the more than 3,000 counties in the United States experienced major flooding from 1996-2019. 

ACTION

Post these on social media and send emails to customers and clients. Use the links to post, copy campaign text and download campaign materials to share. 

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Riverine Flooding

Coming soon to your home …The RIVER! When the river takes a dramatic turn, having #FloodInsurance can help you recover from #flood damage and rebuild your home.  

Understand your risk of #RiverFlooding and protect the life you've built. https://www.floodsmart.gov/rivers 

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Riverine Flooding

When 99 percent of over 3,000 counties in the United States experienced #flooding between 1996 and 2019–don't be caught unprepared. Get #FloodInsurance before it's too late and protect the life you've built. Contact your insurance company or agent. https://www.floodsmart.gov/rivers  

#RiverFlooding 

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Riverine Flooding

#Flooding is scary, and what's worse is that it’s more common and way more expensive than you may think. #FloodInsurance helps you protect the life you’ve built. The show must go on; talk to your insurance agent about #RiverFlooding. https://www.floodsmart.gov/rivers  

THE BIG PICTURE: A STORY OF RESILIENCE

Bobette Patton, a Missouri homeowner and National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) policyholder, recovered from five floods in eight years (2008-2016). With this story, help your clients understand how flood insurance is vital to flood preparation. 

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