2023
September 28 - Tropical Storm Rina
Tropical Storm Rina formed on September 28, 2023 in the Atlantic Ocean. The National Hurricane Center indicates that Rina is located about 1,110 miles east of the northern Leeward Islands. The storm is moving toward the northwest at a speed of 14 mph and is expected to change direction with a turn more to west tonight or tomorrow. As of the last advisory, the maximum sustained are 40 mph, with higher gusts, and some gradual strengthening is forecast during the next few days.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after September 28, 2023.
September 25 - Tropical Storm Philippe
Tropical Storm Philippe formed Saturday afternoon on September 23, 2023 in the Atlantic Ocean. The National Hurricane Center indicates that Philippe is located about 1,160 miles off the northern Leeward Islands and is moving in a westward direction at a speed of 13 mph. It is anticipated that Philippe will make a turn towards the west-northwest later tonight, and in the next few days, it is expected to continue moving in a northwestward direction. The maximum sustained winds remain at 50 mph, with higher gusts and there is little change in strength expected during the next few days.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after September 23, 2023.
September 22 - Tropical Storm Ophelia
Tropical Storm Ophelia formed in the Atlantic Ocean on September 22, 2023. According to the National Hurricane Center, Ophelia is located about 150 miles southeast of Cape Fear, North Carolina, and about 185 miles south of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina. It is moving toward the north-northwest at a speed of 12 mph. This general motion is expected to persist over the next day or so, followed by a slight turn toward the north. The forecast track indicates that the center of Ophelia will approach the coast of North Carolina tonight and then move across eastern North Carolina, southeastern Virginia, and the Delmarva Peninsula on Saturday and Sunday. Maximum sustained winds have increased to 60 mph, with higher gusts. Additional strengthening is possible before Ophelia makes landfall along the coast of North Carolina.
The National Hurricane Center has issued several watches and warnings for Tropical Storm Ophelia. A storm surge warning is in effect from Beaufort Inlet, North Carolina, to Chincoteague, Virginia, including Chesapeake Bay south of Colonial Beach, Virginia, Neuse and Pamlico Rivers, and portions of Pamlico and Albemarle Sounds. A tropical storm warning is in effect from Cape Fear, North Carolina, to Fenwick Island, Delaware, encompassing Albemarle and Pamlico Sounds, Tidal Potomac south of Cobb Island, and Chesapeake Bay south of North Beach. A storm surge watch is in effect from Surf City, North Carolina, to Beaufort Inlet, North Carolina, and for the remaining areas of Pamlico and Albemarle Sounds.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after September 22, 2023.
September 20 - Tropical Storm Kenneth
Tropical Storm Kenneth formed in the Eastern Pacific Ocean on September 19, 2023. The National Hurricane Center indicates that Kenneth is located about 1,030 miles west-southwest off the southern tip of Baja California. At the moment, Kenneth is heading in the west-northwest direction at a speed of 10 mph, but it is expected to make a turn towards the northwest and then the north-northwest on Thursday and Thursday night. Maximum sustained winds have increased to 50 mph with higher gusts, and weakening is expected to begin by Thursday.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after September 19, 2023.
September 18 - Tropical Storm Nigel
Tropical Storm Nigel formed late Saturday night, September 16, 2023 in the Atlantic Ocean. Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after September 16, 2023. Please contact CSA Travel Protection-Generali Global Assistance with questions.
September 12 - Morocco Earthquake
Morocco was struck by a devastating magnitude 6.8 earthquake on September 8, 2023, resulting in a tragic loss of over 2,600 lives, with most casualties in Marrakech and nearby provinces, according to Morocco's Interior Ministry and the Associated Press. This earthquake, the strongest in 120 years, caused widespread damage to historic cities with stone and masonry structures ill-prepared for such tremors. Social media was flooded with videos showing buildings collapsing, including damage to Marrakech's iconic red walls. The National Institute of Geophysics warned of potential aftershocks, leading to evacuations, and a magnitude-4.9 aftershock was recorded just 19 minutes later by the U.S. Geological Survey. The earthquake's impact was felt as far away as Portugal and Algeria. Abderrahim Ait Daoud, the leader of Talat N'Yaaqoub, reported that local authorities were working to clear roads for ambulances while revealing that many homes in nearby towns had collapsed, and power outages occurred in certain areas. Given the vast distances between mountain villages, it may take time to fully assess the extent of the damage and injuries, according to the AP.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific event under any plans purchased on or after September 8, 2023.
September 5 - Tropical Storm Lee
Tropical Storm Lee formed in the Atlantic Ocean on September 5, 2023. According to the National Hurricane Center, Lee is located about 1,315 miles east of the Lesser Antilles, moving in a west-northwestward direction at a speed of 16 mph. This motion is expected to continue for the next few days with a slightly slower forward speed. Maximum sustained winds have increased to 45 mph with higher gusts. Within a few days, Lee is forecast to become a hurricane and will likely become a major hurricane by Friday.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after September 5, 2023.
September 5 - Tropical Storm Jova
Tropical Storm Jova formed in the Eastern Pacific Ocean on September 5, 2023. According to the National Hurricane Center, Jova is located approximately 695 miles south-southeast off the southern tip of Baja California, moving in a west-northwestward direction at a speed of 10 mph. This general motion is expected to continue over the next several days, with forecasts indicating that the storm will pass well to the south and west of Mexico. Maximum sustained winds are 50 mph with higher gusts, and Jova is forecasted to rapidly intensify, with expectations of it becoming a hurricane by Wednesday.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after September 5, 2023.
September 5 - Tropical Storm Katia
Tropical Storm Katia formed in the Atlantic Ocean on September 2, 2023. The National Hurricane Center’s last advisory, issued on September 4, 2023, reported that Tropical Storm Katia had come to an end. According to the latest update, the storm was located approximately 1,060 miles northwest of the Cabo Verde Islands, moving slowly in a northwestward direction at a speed of 2 mph. The most recent recorded maximum sustained winds reached 35 mph with higher gusts.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after September 2, 2023.
August 31 - Tropical Storm Jose
Tropical Storm Jose formed on August 31, 2023, in the Atlantic Ocean. The National Hurricane Center indicates that Jose is located about 770 miles east of Bermuda and is moving north at a speed of 7 mph. Maximum sustained winds are 40 mph with higher gusts. A faster northward motion and minimal change in strength is expected during the next day or so before Tropical Storm Jose is engulfed by Hurricane Franklin on Friday.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after August 31, 2023.
August 29 - Tropical Storm Irwin
Tropical Storm Irwin formed on August 27, 2023, in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. The National Hurricane Center indicates that Irwin is located about 1255 miles west of the southern tip of Baja California and is moving west at a speed of 17 mph. This general motion is expected to continue today, followed by a gradually slower westward motion later this week. Maximum sustained winds are currently 40 mph with higher gusts. Irwin is expected to gradually weaken during the next several days and could become a post-tropical cyclone later today.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after August 27, 2023.
August 28 - Tropical Storm Idalia
Tropical Storm Idalia formed on August 27, 2023, in the Atlantic Ocean. As reported by the National Hurricane Center, Idalia is presently situated approximately 50 miles south-southwest of the western tip of Cuba and 280 miles south-southwest of Dry Tortugas. Its current trajectory is northward at a speed of 8 mph, a motion expected to persist through tonight, followed by a faster north-northeast movement on Tuesday and Wednesday. The projected path indicates that Idalia's center is likely to pass near or over western Cuba tonight, traverse the extreme southeastern Gulf of Mexico by early Tuesday, and approach Florida's Gulf coast by Wednesday. Maximum sustained winds have intensified to 70 mph, accompanied by stronger gusts. The National Hurricane Center anticipates Idalia's transformation into a hurricane later today, potentially becoming a potent and hazardous hurricane in the northeastern Gulf of Mexico by early Wednesday. Coastal regions face a dangerous combination of storm surge and high tide, leading to potential flooding. Water levels could rise by 1 to 11 feet above ground across various parts of Florida if the surge coincides with high tide, and there's also a risk of tornadoes along Florida's coastline. The most significant flooding threat exists along the coast, where onshore winds converge with the surge, generating large and hazardous waves. The southern coast of Cuba, specifically Pinar del Rio, is at risk of a storm surge reaching 4 to 6 feet above normal tide levels, coupled with large waves. Both Cuba and Florida anticipate hurricane conditions in certain areas, while others may experience tropical storm conditions. The projected rainfall could result in flooding, along with dangerous surf and rip currents.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after August 27, 2023.
August 22 - Tropical Storm Harold
Tropical Storm Harold formed in the Atlantic Ocean on August 22, 2023. Early this morning, Harold strengthened into a tropical storm about 195 miles east-southeast of Port Mansfield, TX. The National Hurricane Center indicates that Harold is now located about 25 miles east of Laredo, TX, and has weakened to a tropical depression, but heavy rain will continue. The depression is moving toward the west-northwest at a speed of 21 mph, and this motion should continue until it dissipates on Wednesday. The maximum sustained winds have decreased to 35 mph with higher gusts, and continued weakening is expected. Rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches are expected across South Texas through early Wednesday, with isolated higher amounts of 6 inches, and scattered instances of flash flooding are possible. In Mexico, rainfall amounts of 4 to 6 inches, with local amounts of 10 inches, are expected across portions of northern Coahuila and northern Nuevo Leon through Wednesday. Through tonight, gusty winds are anticipated in parts of southern Texas and northern Mexico. The water levels will continue to recede, and swells are predicted to subside near the south Texas coast this evening.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after August 22, 2023.
August 22 - Head Fire
The Head Fire started on August 15, 2023 in Siskiyou County, CA, after a series of lightning strikes were caused by thunderstorms in the area. The blaze was found burning in the Klamath National Forest on the north side of the Klamath River near the confluence of the Scott River and has burned about 3,500 with no containment. The Siskiyou County Sheriff's Office has issued numerous evacuation orders and warnings, and due to the fire's progress, Highway 96 and the Scott River Road are closed. Hikers and backpackers are requested to avoid the routes in that area since portions of the Pacific Crest Trail were also closed.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific event under any plans purchased on or after August 15, 2023.
August 21 - Tropical Storm Gert
Tropical Storm Gert formed in the Atlantic Ocean on August 21, 2023. The National Hurricane Center indicated earlier today that the storm would be brief and quickly unravel. According to the National Hurricane Center’s most recent advisory, Gert has degraded to a tropical depression and could dissipate or become a post tropical storm at any time. Gert is traveling at a speed of 7 mph toward the west-northwest and is located about 375 miles east of the northern Leeward Islands. Maximum sustained winds have decreased to 30 mph, and either Gert or its remnants should turn northwest overnight or tomorrow.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after August 21, 2023.
August 21 - Tropical Storm Franklin
Tropical Storm Franklin formed in the Caribbean Sea on August 20, 2023. The National Hurricane Center reported today that Franklin is slowing down over the Caribbean Sea and heavy rain is forecast in Puerto Rico and Hispaniola. The center of Tropical Storm Franklin is located about 275 miles south of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and it is moving west at 4 mph. A slow westward motion is expected throughout this afternoon, followed by a sharp turn to the north by tonight or early Tuesday. This general northward motion is expected later on Tuesday, and Franklin is expected to reach the southern coast of Hispaniola by Tuesday night. Maximum sustained winds are 50 mph with higher gusts, and the storm is predicted to strengthen before reaching Hispaniola. Rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches are forecast in Puerto Rico until the middle of the week, with isolated higher amounts of 6 inches. Across portions of Hispaniola, rainfall amounts of 5 to 10 inches are expected, with isolated higher amounts up to 15 inches possible. Water levels in Hispaniola will also rise as a result of the storm surge by one to three feet above ground along the immediate shoreline east of the center's landfall.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after August 20, 2023.
August 21 - Tropical Storm Emily
Tropical Storm Emily formed in the Atlantic Ocean on August 20, 2023. The National Hurricane Center reported that Emily was initially located about 1,000 miles west-northwest of the Cabo Verde Islands. However, Tropical Storm Emily was forecast to weaken and become a post-tropical cyclone over the Central Atlantic Ocean, and Emily is now a remnant low. The post-tropical cyclone is now located about 1,225 miles west-northwest of the Cabo Verde Islands with maximum sustained winds of 35 mph. Emily is currently moving west-northwest at 9 mph, and this general motion is expected to continue today with a possible shift toward the north-northwest or north by mid-week. Slow weakening is also expected during the next couple of days.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after August 20, 2023.
August 21 - SRF Lightning Complex Fire
The Six Rivers National Forest Lightning Complex Fire was named on August 20, 2023. According to Cal Fire, the fire has burned a total of 4,080 acres and is 15% contained. The fire was named after the complex received about 150 lightning strikes across the forest in Humboldt County on the evening of August 15, 2023. After this significant lightning activity, there have been 27 confirmed fires in the forest, including the 7 fires within the complex.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific event under any plans purchased on or after August 20, 2023.
August 21 - Plant Fire
The Plant Fire started Saturday afternoon on August 19, 2023 in Santa Barbara County. The fire has been one of the largest in the county that has burned approximately 5,464 acres near Aliso Park Road and Foothill Road, New Cuyama and is now 60% contained. As of August 20, 2023, the Santa Barbara County Fire Department reported that Highway 166 between Highway 101 and New Cuyama has reopened after being closed on Saturday afternoon. All evacuation alerts and orders issued from Aliso Park Road to Cottonwood Canyon as a result of the fire have also been lifted.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific event under any plans purchased on or after August 19, 2023.
August 21 - Happy Camp Complex Fire
The Happy Camp Complex Fires was named on August 16, 2023 after a series of lightning storms ignited the complex that is comprised of 13 fires burning in the Klamath National Forest over a large portion of Siskiyou County. The fires have burned a total of 10,507 acres and have been uncontained since it has posed formidable challenges to firefighting efforts due to its size, varying fire behavior, and the challenging weather conditions. The Klamath National Forest is issuing an emergency closure order for the Happy Camp Ranger, Oak Knoll, and Scott River Ranger Districts. The forest closure prohibits the public from entering portions of the forest in or near the vicinity of ongoing wildfire activity, and also prohibits the use of roads, trails, and developed recreation sites within the closure area.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific event under any plans purchased on or after August 16, 2023.
August 21 - Smith River Complex Fire
The Smith River Complex Fire was named on August 15, 2023 in Del Norte County, CA after experiencing thunderstorms that caused dusty and erratic winds over portions of the area. The complex includes 12 confirmed fires to become the Smith River Complex Fire, which burned approximately 28,712 acres with no containment just south of the Oregon border. The Del Norte County Sheriff's Department, in collaboration with the County Office of Emergency Services and California Interagency Incident Management Team have raised the evacuation level along all of French Hill Road due to a combination of extreme fire and weather behavior. The U.S. Highway 199 is fully closed in Del Norte County from Pioneer Road to Oregon Mountain Road due to the fires, and there is no estimated time of reopening.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific event under any plans purchased on or after August 15, 2023.
August 16 - Tropical Storm Hilary
Tropical Storm Hilary formed in the Eastern Pacific Ocean on August 16, 2023. The National Hurricane Center reported that Hilary is located about 470 miles south-southeast of Manzanillo, Mexico, and is moving west-northwest near 14 mph. This general motion is expected to continue, with a gradual turn to the northwest in the next day or so. Maximum sustained winds have reached 40 mph, with higher gusts and the National Hurricane Center predicts that Hilary will become a hurricane on Thursday. The substantial swells generated by the storm are expected to impact areas off the southwestern coast of Mexico and the Baja California peninsula over the next few days. Although there are no coastal watches or warnings in effect, these swells could potentially cause hazardous surf and rip current conditions.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after August 16, 2023.
August 14 - Tropical Storm Greg
Tropical Storm Greg formed over the far western portion of the Eastern Pacific Ocean on August 13, 2023. The National Hurricane Center indicates that Greg is about 1,320 miles east-southeast of Honolulu, Hawaii and about 1,110 miles east-southeast of Hilo, Hawaii. The storm is moving west at 13 mph and this motion is expected to continue during the next few days. Currently, maximum sustained winds have increased to 40 mph with higher gusts and some slight strengthening is possible during the next few days. At this time, there are no coastal watches or warnings in effect and Greg poses no immediate threat to land.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after August 13, 2023.
August 14 - Tropical Storm Fernanda
Tropical Storm Fernanda formed Saturday, August 12, 2023 in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after August 12, 2023.
August 9 - Island of Hawaii and Maui Wildfires
Multiple devasting wildfires on the Island of Hawaii and Maui ignited on August 8, 2023 were fueled by strong winds from Hurricane Dora, dry vegetation, and low humidity. Authorities said that people in the town of Lahaina were forced to jump into the harbor waters to avoid fast-moving flames and smoke from a massive brush fire that destroyed much of the historic area, homes, and businesses. The U.S. Coast Guard had rescued dozens of people who entered the ocean to escape the smoke and fire conditions. On Tuesday, the Hawaii National Guard was called in to support emergency workers following a proclamation issued by the acting Lieutenant Governor, Sylvia Luke. Due to the fire being widespread, the fires have forced people to evacuate, multiple schools and roads to close, and power outages in several communities to more than 14,000 people. On the west side of Maui, 911 service was down with resorts, visitors, and commercial districts losing communication due to downed cell towers and hospitals on the island of Maui are overwhelmed with burn patients and people suffering from smoke inhalation. On the Island of Hawaii, county officials said there are brush fires in North and South Kohala and about 400 homes were evacuated in the northern part on Tuesday. As the blaze continues, Maui’s Kahului Airport is sheltering approximately 1,800 travelers from canceled flights and flight arrivals and the state of Hawaii is discouraging any non-essential travel to the island. All of the Hawaiian islands are currently under a red flag warning due to the strong winds and low humidity that can produce an increased risk of fire danger and several shelters and evacuation centers have been opened.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific event under any plans purchased on or after August 8, 2023.
August 7 - Almond Fire
The Almond Fire in Kern County started Sunday afternoon August 6, 2023. According to Cal Fire, the fire has burned 5,229 acres near Lost Hills. The Kern County Fire Department said firefighters worked overnight to bring containment up to 90% and the fire and smoke can be seen burning near the intersection of Highway 46 and Highway 33. The cause of the fire is under investigation and Caltrans encourages all motorists to use an alternate route.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific event under any plans purchased on or after August 6, 2023.
August 7 - Tropical Storm Eugene
Tropical Storm Eugene formed Saturday afternoon, August 5, 2023 in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. The storm is located about 575 miles off the southern tip of Baja California and is moving toward the west-northwest near 21 mph with maximum sustained winds of 45 mph. According to the National Hurricane Center, weakening is anticipated and Eugene is likely to become a post-tropical cyclone this afternoon. On the forecast track, Eugene is going to slow down today and turn northward tomorrow through Wednesday.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific event under any plans purchased on or after August 5, 2023.
August 3 - Greece Wildfires
The Greece Wildfires started on July 17, 2023, following a series of heatwaves and multiple wildfires across Europe. The wildfires have subsided on Friday after burning for almost two weeks and forecasters predict that this ongoing heatwave in Greece could potentially become the longest in the country's history, lasting up to 16-17 days. So far, the wildfires have claimed the lives of five people and injured more than 20, and have also destroyed homes, farms, factories, and large areas of forest. It has severely damaged numerous areas in Greece, with over 80 wildfires recorded. Impacted areas, such as Attica and Corfu have been forced to evacuate to safety. On the island of Rhodes, where about 20,000 tourists and locals had to evacuate seaside hotels and houses, the wildfires have dwindled down after scorching approximately 10% of the island's land. Firefighting teams are still active in multiple locations, aiming to fully control all the fronts and the Greek government established a Crisis Management Unit to address the situation. In the hard-hit area of Magnesia, the wildfires reached an air force ammunition depot near the coastal town of Nea Aghialos. The blaze at the depot caused powerful explosions, forcing people to escape by land and sea to Volos. The European Union has deployed over 450 firefighters and seven airplanes to assist in Greece. Specifically, 81 firefighters, 26 vehicles, and three planes have been assigned to help combat the situation in Rhodes.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific event under any plans purchased on or after July 17, 2023.
August 1 - Tropical Storm Dora
Tropical Storm Dora formed Tuesday, August 1, 2023 in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. According to the National Hurricane Center, Dora is wasting no time getting better organized this morning and may be in the initial stages of rapid intensification. The storm is currently located about 345 miles southwest of Manzanillo, Mexico and is moving west at 16 mph with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph. As Tropical Storm Dora maintains its forward motion, a gradual turn to the west-southwest and substantial intensification will occur over the next few days. At this time, there are no coastal watches or warnings in effect and the center indicates that Dora could become a major hurricane towards the latter half of this week.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after August 1, 2023.
July 31 - York Fire
The York Fire is a large wildfire burning out of control in California’s Mojave National Preserve and is spreading rapidly with high winds and dry brush fueling the flames. The fire started on July 28, 2023 near Caruthers Canyon in the New York Mountains of California and has scorched 77,000 acres. As of Sunday, officials say that the fire is 0% contained and has crossed the state line from California into Nevada while sending smoke further east into the Las Vegas Valley. While firefighters are continuing to battle the fire, they are also observing fire whirls that can be extremely dangerous for them and it could potentially ignite new fires. Firefighters in Clark County, Nevada are facing challenges with limited visibility due to thick smoke that can affect aerial support, grand crews’ movements, and communications among firefighting units. The fire burning in Clark County near Nipton and Searchlight remains some distance from these areas so no evacuation orders have been issued at this time but officials urge anyone who lives in the vicinity of the fire to take necessary precautions.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific event under any plans purchased on or after July 28, 2023.
July 31 - Bonny Fire
According to Cal Fire, the Bonny Fire ignited Thursday afternoon on July 27, 2023 in Riverside County near Aguanga and is one of two major blazes burning in California as the region faces hot and dry weather. The fire continued to burn out of control Saturday evening and had swelled to 2,206 acres with 10% containment. An evacuation order remains in effect for the area north of the San Diego County line, east of Bonny Lane, south of Bowers Road, Bailey Road and Ramsey Road and west of Anza Borrego State Park. As the fire threatens 786 structures, the support from Riverside and cooperating agencies includes 1,884 firefighters, five helicopters and numerous air tankers. The fire department says that full containment isn’t expected until August 7, 2023.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific event under any plans purchased on or after July 27, 2023.
July 17 - Rabbit Fire
The Rabbit Fire broke out in California’s Riverside county towards the beginning of the weekend on July 14, 2023. The location of the fire is at Gilman Springs Road and Olive Avenue in Moreno Valley. According to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, the Rabbit Fire is still burning with 35% containment and has burned nearly 8,000 acres so far. As of Sunday, the fire threatened a number of roads to be closed and 152 structures are threatened and have not been damaged. Firefighters have made progress which downgraded part of the evacuation order to a warning for some areas and the fire is expected to be fully contained by Wednesday. The agency reported the vegetation fire started at 20 acres in Lakeview with a rapid spread and the cause is under investigation.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific event under any plans purchased on or after July 14, 2023.
July 15 - Sub-Tropical Storm Don
Sub–Tropical Storm Don formed on July 14, 2023 over the Central Atlantic Ocean. The National Hurricane Center says that the storm is likely near its peak intensity already since the forecast track shows that additional gradual weakening is expected during the next few days and Don could possibly become a post-tropical cyclone or remnant low at any time. The general motion of this system is expected to persist throughout the night. However, on Saturday, a turn towards the north is anticipated, followed by another turn towards the east on Sunday or Monday. As Don formed earlier today, slight weakening is shown while moving slowly north-northwestward at 7 mph over the Central Atlantic and is currently located about 1170 miles west of the Azores with maximum sustained winds of 45 mph.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after July 14, 2023.
July 14 - Tropical Storm Calvin
Tropical Storm Calvin formed Wednesday, July 12, 2023 in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after July 12, 2023.
June 30 - Tropical Storm Beatriz
Tropical Storm Beatriz formed Thursday, June 29, 2023 in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after June 29, 2023.
June 28 - Tropical Storm Adrian
Tropical Storm Adrian formed Tuesday, June 27, 2023 in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. According to the National Hurricane Center, Adrian is the first tropical storm in the Eastern Pacific and is forecast to become a hurricane on Wednesday. The storm is located about 280 miles south-southwest of Manzanillo, Mexico and is moving toward the west at 15 mph. Based on satellite-derived wind data, the center says that Tropical Storm Adrian’s maximum sustained winds was recorded near 45 mph with higher gusts and strengthening is forecast during the next couple days.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after June 22, 2023.
June 23 - Tropical Storm Cindy
Tropical Storm Cindy formed Thursday, June 22, 2023 in the Central Tropical Atlantic. According to the National Hurricane Center, Cindy was originally located 1,100 miles east of the Lesser Antilles and satellite derived wind data indicated that maximum sustained winds was near 40 mph with higher gusts. Currently, Tropical Storm Cindy is moving towards the west-northwest near 16 mph with maximum sustained winds that increased to near 50 mph with higher gusts and this general motion is expected to continue over the next few days. The storm is now located about 915 miles east of the Lesser Antilles and on the forecast track, Tropical Storm Cindy is expected to remain well east and northeast of the northern Leeward Islands through early next week. Although there are no coastal watches or warnings in effect, some additional strengthening is forecast over the next day or so followed by gradual weakening afterwards.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after June 22, 2023.
June 20 - Tropical Storm Bret
Tropical Storm Bret formed Monday, June 19, 2023 in the Central Atlantic Ocean. According to the National Hurricane Center, Bret is located about 945 miles east of Windward Islands and is moving westward near 21 mph across the tropical Atlantic Ocean with maximum sustained winds near 40 mph. This general motion is expected to continue for the next several days and on the forecast track, the center of Bret could move across portions of the Lesser Antilles Thursday afternoon through Thursday night. The weather forecast predicts heavy rainfall in the Lesser Antilles region, specifically from Guadeloupe to St. Lucia. Rainfall amounts between 4 to 6 inches are expected, with the possibility of reaching up to 10 inches in some areas. Barbados and St. Vincent and the Grenadines may experience rainfall amounts ranging from 2 to 4 inches. The heavy rainfall has the potential to cause flash flooding, particularly in elevated areas, and there is also a chance of isolated urban flooding. Currently, there are no coastal watches or warnings in effect, however, tropical storm watches may be required for some islands later today or tonight due to the risk of flooding from heavy rainfall, strong winds, and dangerous waves along the coast.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For retail and custom retail plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after June 19, 2023.
June 8 - FAA Grounds Flights in New York
On June 7, 2023, the Federal Aviation Administration grounded flights headed to New York’s LaGuardia Airport due to smoke from the Canadian wildfires that decreased visibility in the area and covered swaths of the U.S. The FAA delayed flights into New York and Newark, New Jersey, and it briefly halted flights bound for Philadelphia International Airport and New York’s LaGuardia airport as smoke from the wildfires continues to spread across the Northeastern United States. The ground stop required planes to remain on the ground at their airport of origin, and according to tracking service FlightAware, there are more than 1,100 flights to, from, and within the U.S. that have been delayed, with 71 of them canceled. On Wednesday alone, there were about 5,600 U.S. flight delays and 162 flight cancellations, although not all were due to the smoke. As of today, airlines in the U.S. have canceled 120 flights and delayed another 1,928. The FAA lifted a ground stop for flights bound for LaGuardia airport today but continues to delay some flights on the ground due to the smoke. We suggest travelers to contact their airlines to determine flight status as the extreme wildfire smoke haze continues to linger over the Northeastern U.S. and could also delay flights through Boston, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this natural disaster under any plans purchased on or after June 7, 2023.
April 3 - Winter Storm Vanessa
Winter Storm Vanessa was named on April 3, 2023. In the early part of this week, certain regions in the West and Northern Plains will experience a powerful winter storm that will bring with it heavy snowfall and strong winds, potentially leading to blizzard-like conditions in some areas. The winter storm is spreading snow across parts of the West and northern High Plains right now and The Weather Channel reports that Vanessa may also produce more severe storms in the central states by Tuesday. The National Weather Service has issued blizzard warnings for certain areas of the Northern Plains, which include Bismarck and Fargo in North Dakota, as well as Rapid City in South Dakota. Additionally, there are several winter storm warnings, watches, and weather advisories spanning from the Pacific Northwest's higher elevations to the Rockies and Northern Plains.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this storm under any plans purchased on or after April 3, 2023.
April 1 - Winter Storm Uriel
Winter Storm Uriel was named on March 31, 2023. According to The Weather Channel, Uriel is expected to bring dangerous winter conditions to parts of the upper Plains and upper Midwest. While the storm has the potential of causing blizzard conditions it is expected in parts of Minnesota and Dakotas. In the Upper Peninsula, Winter Storm Uriel could also produce heavy snowfall and strong winds with gusts up to 50mph. The storm is also said to cause some lake affect snow as it crosses the Great Lakes into interior New England and off to the coast by late Sunday.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this storm under any plans purchased on or after March 31, 2023.
March 10 - Winter Storm Sage
Winter Storm Sage was named on March 10, 2023. An increasingly possible East Coast storm by early next week, which could bring high winds, heavy snow and rain to parts of the Northeast and New England. Winter Storm Sage will first bring heavy rain and snow to the West, including California while being fueled by the atmospheric river pummeling California with heavy rainfall that has already produced flooding, rockslides and mudslides in parts of the state. Then it will spread into the Northern Plains and Midwest into this weekend with snow and gusty winds. Blizzard conditions from Sage are possible in parts of North Dakota and northeastern Montana into early Saturday.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this storm under any plans purchased on or after March 10, 2023.
March 10 - Winter Storm Ricardo
Winter Storm Ricardo was named on March 9, 2023. According to The Weather Channel, the storm tracking the northern tier will spread snow and rain from the Great Lakes into the Northeast to end the week. As of early Friday, around 8 inches of snow has been recorded in parts Wisconsin and northern Illinois, including near Plainville, Wisconsin, and Bull Valley, Illinois. Hudsonville, Michigan, measured 10 inches of snow early Friday. Snow and gusty winds will persist over the Great Lakes, making travel dangerous in Buffalo, Chicago, Detroit, and Milwaukee. Winter Storm Ricardo is expected to come to an end by early day Saturday in the Northeast which means possible snow across the interior with rain or a mix of rain and snow near the coast. The National Weather Service has issued winter storm warnings and winter weather advisories from the Plains into the southern Great Lakes and interior Northeast where travel could be impacted, with the worst conditions expected in locations under warnings, including Milwaukee.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this storm under any plans purchased on or after March 9, 2023.
February 28 - Winter Storm Quest
Winter Storm Quest was named on February 27, 2023. This new coast-to-coast winter storm will bring blizzard conditions to California’s Sierra Nevada before spreading toward the Midwest and Northeast with snow and ice later this week. Winter Storm Quest will bring multiple waves of snow that will impact parts of the Northwest, California’s Sierra and the Rockies from now through Wednesday. The storm is also expected to bring heavy snow and strong winds at times in the Sierra and other mountainous areas while lower elevations of California will see periods of rain. Blizzard warnings are posted in California's Sierra Nevada, where a combination of snow and strong winds will make travel difficult or impossible into Wednesday. Winter storm warnings, winter weather advisories and winter storm watches are in effect from lower elevations of the Pacific Northwest into the Rockies.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this storm under any plans purchased on or after February 27, 2023.
February 23 - Winter Storm Piper
Winter Storm Piper was named on February 23, 2023. In Southern California, rare blizzard warnings have been prompted as a result of this powerful winter storm and could also bring flooding rain, low-elevation snow and record late February cold into the weekend. The high winds from the storm has knocked down trees and left over 100,000 without power, as a cold front accompanied colder air into California on Tuesday. Winter Storm Piper is currently spreading snow and rain showers in Oregon, California, Arizona, and Nevada as it moves southward down the West Coast. In the high country of Southern California, multiple feet of snow and high winds are expected to produce whiteout conditions Friday into Saturday. The bigger threat of heavy rain is in Southern California where there is likely to be flash flooding and also a heighten risk of debris flowing, mud and rockslides, particularly in areas burned by wildfires in recent years. A number of winter storm warnings, watches and winter weather advisories have been issued by the National Weather Service, including in the Sierra.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this storm under any plans purchased on or after February 23, 2023.
February 22 - Winter Storm Olive
Winter Storm Olive was named on February 20, 2023. The worst impacts from Winter Storm Olive are beginning as it spreads heavy snow and blizzard conditions through the Rockies, Plains and upper Midwest, and snow and ice from the Great Lakes into parts of the Northeast. In some areas, that snow is already combining with strong winds to produce whiteout conditions, such as in parts of eastern South Dakota and some pockets of freezing rain have also developed in parts of the southern Great Lakes. Blizzard warnings, winter storm warnings, and winter weather advisories have been issued by the National Weather Service across seven states in the Rockies, Northern Plains, and upper Midwest, as well as into the Northeast. Ice storm warnings are also in effect in parts of eastern Iowa to southern Michigan, with expected dangerous driving and potential power outages. Heavy snow and strong winds may cause whiteout conditions and travel disruptions, particularly in rural areas where roads, including interstates, may close. There is a risk to those stranded on roads due to the bitterly cold air and potential power outages or downed trees due to the snow and strong winds. For areas of the upper Midwest, such as Minneapolis-St. Paul, where the National Weather Service referred to it as a "historic winter storm," this could be one of the heaviest snowstorms in years.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this storm under any plans purchased on or after February 20, 2023.
February 15 - Winter Storm Nova
Winter Storm Nova was named on February 14, 2023. According to The Weather Channel, the storm could cause travel headaches this week as it targets parts of the West, Plains, and upper Midwest with snow. The snow from Winter Storm Nova will spread into the Plains on Wednesday then into parts of the Midwest Wednesday night through Thursday night. The storm will also strike parts of the eastern Great Lakes and northern New England with snow by late Thursday into Friday. The majority of this storm's precipitation will fall as rain in large portions of the Ohio Valley and the Northeast, but as the cold front moves through on Thursday night and Friday, a brief period of wet snow may also occur. Nova could also trigger severe thunderstorms in parts of the South and Ohio Valley which may lead to damaging winds, hail and some tornadoes.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this storm under any plans purchased on or after February 14, 2023.
February 9 - Turkey Earthquake
On February 6, 2023, a catastrophic and deadly 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck southern and central Turkey. The quake occurred west of the city of Gaziantep, causing widespread damage and thousands of fatalities in the region and was closely followed by numerous aftershocks - including one quake which was almost as large as the first. Due to the severity, the final death toll is anticipated to keep increasing and may not be known for weeks due to the sheer volume of rubble that needs to be sifted. According to the Associated Press and Reuters, more than 11,000 people have been confirmed dead as a result of the earthquake. On Wednesday, rescue teams have continued searching for survivors buried in the rubble of thousands of buildings destroyed by the earthquake and aftershocks. Turkey currently has tens of thousands of aid workers in the earthquake zone, and search teams from more than two dozen other nations have also joined them. However, many people are still waiting for assistance, and the likelihood of finding survivors is decreasing. In some areas, the cold, road closures, and damage in the region have also impeded mobility and access. Adelheid Marschang, a Senior Emergency Officer with the World Health Organization, described the situation as "a crisis on top of multiple crises" and estimated that up to 23 million people could be impacted in the earthquake-affected area.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this natural disaster under any plans purchased on or after February 6, 2023. Generali Global Assistance Travel Insurance plans are unable to provide coverage for travel to Syria or any other expenses related to services connected to Syria, or any other certain OFAC sanctioned destinations.
February 1 - Winter Storm Mara
Winter Storm Mara was named on January 30, 2023. According to The Weather Channel, Mara is causing major travel problems in the Southern Plains, including some major cities in Texas. It has been reported that the storm is affecting millions of people, leaving more than 11,000 homes, businesses, and other utility customers without electricity in Texas. The storm has already canceled, or delayed hundreds of flights and 500 or more flights were canceled to or from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport alone. Numerous car accidents have also been reported close to Dallas, Austin, and along the Tennessee-Arkansas border, and icy roads have played a part in them. Parts of the Southern Plains has already experienced sleet and freezing rain from the storm and up to an inch of sleet has been reported in parts of eastern Oklahoma, including the Tulsa metro area, accompanied by lightning, at times while in Denton, Texas, about a half inch of sleet was reported. An ice storm warning is in effect from central Arkansas to western Tennessee and extreme northwestern Mississippi, including Little Rock and Memphis. Icing in these areas could be heavy enough to cause tree damage and knock out power, and will make most roads hazardous. Winter storm warnings are in effect for a broad area of central, northern and western Texas, including the entire Dallas-Ft. Worth Metroplex, Austin and Waco. In these areas, widespread hazardous travel is expected with at least some potential for power outages and damage to trees. Winter weather advisories extend from other parts of Texas to parts of the Mississippi and Ohio valleys while some of these areas could see disruptions to daily life, including slippery travel.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this storm under any plans purchased on or after January 30, 2023.
January 27 - Winter Storm Leona
Winter Storm Leona was named on January 27, 2023. This winter storm will bring heavy snow to parts of the Northern Plains and Rockies and will be followed by arctic air. Slippery travel conditions are possible as Winter Storm Leona moves through the Midwest on Saturday and by Sunday the South will experience heavy rain that could lead to potential flooding this weekend. The rainfall from the storm will be widespread in the South where one to two inches of rain in some places and other areas can see upwards of 3 inches of rain.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this storm under any plans purchased on or after January 27, 2023.
January 25 - Winter Storm Kassandra
Winter Storm Kassandra was named on January 23, 2023. Over 1300 miles of winter alerts were issued due to this cross-country winter storm and Kassandra will delay travel as it spreads snow through portions of the Midwest, Great Lakes and Northeast. The storm is currently impacting areas from the mid-Mississippi Valley into the Great Lakes and Northeast with snowfall and has brought several inches of snow to the Southern Plains and Ozarks. Southern Missouri and northern Arkansas have experienced tree damage and power outages as a result of the area receiving up to a foot of heavy, wet snow. At least moderate snow and gusty winds will impact the Great Lakes and mid-Mississippi Valley on Wednesday. The interior of the Northeast can anticipate the most snowfall, but some areas on the southern edge of the wintry weather may eventually change to a wintry mix or even rain. This combination will affect travel in Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, Indianapolis, and St. Louis. Winter storm warnings and winter weather advisories have been issued by the National Weather Service along the current and future path of Kassandra. Those alerts stretch from the Midwest into New England. Due to the snowfall, expect some of these areas to present hazardous travel conditions.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this storm under any plans purchased on or after January 23, 2023.
January 25 - Winter Storm Jimenez
Winter Storm Jimenez was named on January 21, 2023 and is spreading snow across the Northeast. Jimenez dumped snow over the weekend from parts of the Plains and Midwest and will continue to spread snow across parts of New England and the interior Northeast before it winds down. The Weather Channel reports that snow from Jimenez is ongoing from Maine into the central Appalachians, and that rain will turn to snow as far south and east as the Interstate 95 corridor in southeast New England. Winter storm warnings and winter weather advisories have been posted by the National Weather Service for many of the areas that are expected to see snowfall from Jimenez today and the worst travel conditions are expected in areas that are under winter storm warnings.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this storm under any plans purchased on or after January 21, 2023.
January 18 - Winter Storm Iggy
Winter Storm Iggy was named on January 17, 2023. In the Southwest, Winter Storm Iggy is producing mountain snow and lower elevation rain right now and the storm will blanket parts of the Rockies, Plains and upper Midwest with significant snow this week. At least 6 inches of snow is expected from Colorado to Michigan while much of the Northeast will mostly see rain instead of snow. The exception to this is parts of upstate New York and northern New England where there could be at least 6 inches of snow. Winter storm watches, warnings and advisories have been issued by the National Weather Service along the current and future path of Iggy, from the Southwest into the upper Mississippi Valley.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this storm under any plans purchased on or after January 17, 2023.
January 4 - Winter Storm Hudson
Winter Storm Hudson was named on January 2, 2023. The storm is currently moving across the Plains and upper Midwest where it will continue to bring snow, ice, and strong winds into Wednesday. The Weather Channel says that the storm is also producing severe weather in the South. The worst travel conditions will generally be in areas under winter storm warnings, including Minneapolis-St. Paul. An ice storm warning is in effect from northeast Nebraska into northwest Iowa and south-central Minnesota. This is where there is a heightened risk of icing that could be significant enough to cause tree damage and knock out power. The storm will impact much of the upper Midwest and parts of the Northern and Central Plains, including Minneapolis-St. Paul and Sioux Falls, South Dakota with snow and winds strong enough to cause blowing snow and low visibility. Winter storm warnings and winter weather advisories have been issued by the National Weather Service and stretch from the Northern and Central Plains into the upper Mississippi valley and northern Great Lakes.
Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage. For plans that do offer coverage for adverse weather and natural disasters, please note that there is no coverage for this storm under any plans purchased on or after January 2, 2023.