Hurricane season officially starts in June each year and is already well underway with several named storms in 2024. What can you do now to make sure you have the information you need in an emergency?
If you are a client of O’Connor Insurance Associates make sure you have login credentials to your client portal. The client portal gives you access to your policy numbers, coverages, deductibles and the ability to start a claim from within the portal. You will always be prepared if you have access to the portal in your pocket even if there is a power outage. You can read all about the portal on our blog post 24/7 Online Customer Service. There are two ways to access the client portal:
- Go to our website
- Download your O’Connor Insurance mobile app by searching for O’Connor Insurance in the Google Play Store or Apple Store or click the icons below.
REPORT A CLAIM: Save this page on our website to have all the insurance carriers claims information readily available.
Below is a comprehensive list of emergency resources for before, during and after a storm
Build a kit: https://www.ready.gov/kit
Plan to protect property: Dial 800-427-2419. Visit www.floodsmart.gov.
Prepare your family:
Utility shut-off and safety skills
Get your children involved (kids site)
People with Disabilities and Other Access and Functional Needs
Prepare your business: Ready Business
If you require immediate, emergency medical assistance: Dial 911
If you require preparation guidance: Dial 211 or 888-892-1162. Visit www.ReadyNC.org.
If you require supplies: Dial 211 or 888-892-1162
If you require assistance with electric power:
- Call Duke Energy Progress at 1-800-419-6356 to report your outage. Visit https://www.readync.gov/stay-informed/power-outages.
- Union Power Membership Corp- Call 1-800-794-4423
- Pee Dee Electric Membership Corp- Call 1-800-693-0190
- City of Monroe Electricity- Call 704-282-4600
If you are concerned about the ongoing risk of flooding near your home: https://fiman.nc.gov
If you require disaster-related mental health counseling: Call the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990
If you have an agricultural emergency: Call the Agriculture Hotline at 1-866-645-9403
If you require FEMA assistance: Call 1-800-621-3362 or go to https://www.disasterassistance.gov/.
If you require evacuation information: https://www.ncdps.gov/our-organization/emergency-management/emergency-preparedness/know-your-zone
For other needs or questions, you can also reach out to your county emergency management agency:
