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Severe weather:
How to prepare and stay safe during floods, wildfires and hail

Severe weather is becoming increasingly common across Canada, and events like floods, wildfires and hail can leave significant damage in their wake.

While you cannot stop every loss from occurring, you can, in many cases, reduce the severity of damage that severe weather can cause by proactively protecting your home, vehicle, business or farm — and your livelihood.

While we outline preventative measures you can take to reduce the damage that floods, wildfires and hail can cause, we recommend that you also refer to your provincial or territorial severe weather preparedness guidelines, which are available online, for more specific regional information.

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Flooding caused by rapid snow and ice melt, heavy rain and overflowing bodies of water can cause significant and costly damage to your home, business or farm. Protect your property with these proactive risk mitigation tips.

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Wildfires can escalate rapidly and quickly spread to populated areas. Being prepared is the first step — especially if you live in an area prone to wildfires. Discover ways in which you can protect your home, business or farm from wildfire damage.

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Hailstorms can sweep in quickly and cause significant damage to your home, vehicles and business in a short period of time. If you live in an area prone to hail — particularly in the Prairies — these tips can help you be prepared.

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Earthquakes are unpredictable and can cause significant damage to homes, vehicles, businesses and farms in a short period of time. While some parts of Canada are more prone to earthquakes, a tremor can strike anywhere. These tips can help you be prepared.

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Tornadoes can form quickly, resulting in extreme winds and thrown debris that can cause extensive damage to homes, vehicles, businesses and farms in a short period of time. While parts of Canada are more prone to tornadoes, a twister can touch down anywhere. These tips can help you be prepared.

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Hurricanes bring severe sustained winds and torrential rain, which can quickly cause considerable damage to homes, vehicles, businesses and farms. While Atlantic Canada is most prone to hurricanes, the impact of these storms can reach as far as Quebec and Ontario. These tips can help you prepare.

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