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Tips for Drivers & Boat Owners

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September 2, 2004
As Hurricane Frances heads for the Florida coast, Progressive Insurance has been digesting its recent experience handling claims from Hurricane Charley.

While many of the some 6,000 claims it has handled "resulted from damage caused by flooding, a majority were due to vehicles being struck by debris, such as fallen trees, utility poles or other large objects felled by Charley's strong winds," Progressive said.

The company is offering Florida's beleaguered residents the following advice:

• Drivers in the hurricane's path who are not going to be driving their car or recreational vehicle should park it on higher ground, as close as possible to a sturdy building. If you have to park it outdoors, park it away from trees, poles or other large objects that may topple onto it.

• As soon as possible move your boat inland where it's far more likely to survive the storm. Make sure you have everything you need to secure your boat, including extra lines, chafe protection, fenders, anchors, port plugs, duct tape and extra batteries.

• Avoid driving through standing water. The average automobile can be swept off the road in 12 inches of moving water.

• When you're evacuating or returning following a storm, stay away from standing water on roads and in parking lots. If you come upon a flooded street, take an alternate route. Water covered roads are prone to collapse.

Progressive also reminded its customers to call 1-800-PROGRESSIVE (1-800-776-4737), 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to report claims

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