As hurricane season commences, Allstate is intensifying its disaster response efforts and encouraging Americans to prepare for extreme weather events. The insurer’s latest findings reveal that nearly two-thirds of US families lack a disaster plan, even as severe storms become more frequent and destructive.
Allstate has already processed more than $3 billion in weather-related claims in 2025, a figure that underscores the urgency of proactive preparation. “Storms are hitting harder and more often, putting people, homes, and communities at greater risk,” said Andrea Bessling, claims field director of Allstate’s National Catastrophe Team. “When severe weather strikes, being ready can make all the difference.”
To help mitigate losses and speed up recovery, Allstate recommends several simple but critical steps for homeowners and renters. These include reviewing insurance coverage – particularly flood insurance, which is not included in standard homeowners policies – recording a home inventory with a quick video, and reinforcing vulnerable points such as garage doors and roof shingles.
The company also advises basic flood prevention measures, including testing sump pumps, clearing gutters, and installing backflow preventers. “Loose shingles or branches may not seem like a big deal, but in a storm, they become dangerous projectiles,” Bessling said.
In addition to urging individual preparedness, Allstate is deploying its fleet of 20 Mobile Claims Centers, which are stationed in disaster-prone areas based on predictive analytics. These mobile units serve as operational hubs offering on-the-spot assistance, including claims processing, temporary shelter coordination, and property assessments through aerial imagery.
Allstate’s disaster response also addresses emotional well-being, providing comfort kits and therapy dogs to affected individuals. The company’s field operations have supported more than 7.3 million catastrophe-related claims over the past two decades.
“We’re focused on helping homeowners and renters feel confident and prepared,” Bessling said. “Caring claims experts stand ready to help people rebound faster, with urgency, accuracy and empathy.”
In addition to preparedness tips, Allstate offers resources like the Good Hands Recovery Guide and fraud protection information. Customers can file claims by phone, through the mobile app, on the website, or by contacting their agent.
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