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Helpline: 1-877-693-5236

The Division of Consumer Services stands ready to assist consumers by offering direct access to our insurance experts who can answer the many insurance-related questions that will follow in the wake of the storm as well as information and resources. This site will continuously be updated to provide you with the most current information. For more disaster assistance information, please see the video below.

Our toll-free insurance consumer helpline is available.

You may reach us by calling 1-877-693-5236, Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, EST

You can speak directly with individuals who can help you review your policies to understand your coverage, help you file claims for damage and offer assistance in the event that you are having trouble communicating with your insurance company.

To verify an insurance agent's or adjuster’s license, visit the Licensee Search page.

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FLOOD CLAIM PROCESS

Timeline Flood Insurance ClaimLearn more about what to expect after reporting a flood claim to your insurance company or agent.

Available for Download in English, Spanish or Creole

 

 

PROPERTY INSURANCE COMPANIES AND CONTACT NUMBERS

Please click here to locate your insurance company and contact information.

PRICE GOUGING

Price gouging for any essential commodity and instances should be reported to the Attorney General’s Office at 1-866-966-7226.

DISASTER BROCHURE

Disaster Assistance Brochure

This brochure offers tips on dealing with damage from hurricanes and other natural disasters, including numbers to call for assistance with insurance issues.

Available for Download in English, Spanish or Creole

 

 

HOMEOWNER CLAIMS BILL OF RIGHTS

Homeowner Claims Bill of Rights: Find out what your rights are as a residential property policyholder under the Homeowner Claims Bill of Rights.Find out what your rights are as a residential property policyholder under the Homeowner Claims Bill of Rights.

Available for Download in English, Spanish or Creole

 

 

 

FLORIDA HURRICANE DEDUCTIBLE

Florida Hurricane Deductible

Learn more about your hurricane deductible and when it applies.

Available for Download in English, Spanish or Creole

For additional information regarding Florida’s Hurricane Deductible, click here.

 

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER FILING A HOMEOWNERS CLAIM RELATED TO A HURRICANE

Homeowners Claim Timeline Related to Hurricane

Learn more about what to expect after reporting a hurricane-related claim to your insurance company or agent.

Available for Download in English, Spanish or Creole

 

ASSIGNMENT OF BENEFITS

AOB BrochureLearn more about assignment of benefits and how it can impact a homeowner.

Available for Download in English or Spanish

For additional information on Assignment of Benefits, click here.

 

 

DISASTER RECOVERY FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS

The aftermath of a disaster is a challenge for anyone, but for students living away from home, it may leave them feeling particularly vulnerable. It is important for you to prepare for a disaster and to know what steps to take after one occurs. Most colleges and universities have disaster plans in place; be sure to check your school’s website for its disaster instructions.

For additional tips to help college students before and after a disaster, visit Affordable College Online’s Recovering from a Natural Disaster in College guide.

STATE AND NATIONAL RESOURCES

SHELTER / EVACUATIONS / POWER / FUEL / SCHOOL CLOSURES:

  • Florida Division of Emergency Management

    State Emergency Response Team (SERT)

    Website: www.floridadisaster.org
    Telephone Number: 1-800-342-3557

OTHER RESOURCES:

STATE AGENCIES

  • Florida Emergency Information Line (FEIL): 1-800-342-3557
    Florida Relay Service: Individuals who make calls using the Florida Relay Service should dial 711.

  • Agency for Health Care Administration
    Consumer Complaint, Publication and Information Call Center: 888-419-3456 / 800-955-8771 (Florida Relay Service)
    Website: www.ahca.myflorida.com

  • Agency for Persons with Disabilities
    Toll-Free: 1-866-APD-CARES or 1-866-273-2273
    CDC+ Program Customer Service: 1-888-329-2731
    Website: www.apd.myflorida.com

  • Agency for State Technology
    Website: www.ast.myflorida.com

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

View the links below for important information.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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