Tuesday, 10 January 2023 12:25

Prepare and protect - insurer

Written by  Staff Reporters
Check fencing and ensure livestock is moved to a sheltered area, says AA Insurance. Check fencing and ensure livestock is moved to a sheltered area, says AA Insurance.

As Cyclone Hale makes landfall, AA Insurance is reminding those on the North Island to check their properties and prepare for heavy rain and severe gales.

The cyclone has brought with it heavy rain warnings and a strong wind watch for Coromandel Peninsula, Gisborne, Hawke’s Bay, Northland, Auckland, Great Barrier Island, Bay of Plenty and Taupo.

AA Insurance head of claims, Tony Bartlett says that with the heavy rain, the insurer is encouraging people to get out and check their properties while it is safe to do so, especially if the property is prone to flooding.

“Throughout the busy holiday season, people may not have checked guttering or fencing on their properties,” he says.

“With ex-Cyclone Hale bringing the potential for gale force winds and heavy rain, we’re encouraging people to check their property and prepare for what could be a short but intense period of bad weather,” Bartlett says.

Top tips to prepare for severe weather

  • Check fencing on the property is secure, and livestock are moved to sheltered areas
  • Clear guttering and ensure drains are free of debris
  • Tie down any items that could be caught in the wind
  • If possible, move outdoor furniture and equipment inside or under cover
  • Ensure pets are safe and sound

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