Storm Sandy

The Insurance Department is providing this dedicated “Storm Sandy” page featuring important resources for consumers and the industry. The page will be updated with contact information, bulletins regarding claims process and other issues that may be activated during and after the storm.  The Insurance Department will help keep consumers in touch with their insurers and work closely with state and federal officials to quickly get adjusters to damaged areas. Be safe, be smart and be sure you are protected.

Insurance Commissioner Thomas B. Leonardi

Need To Make A Claim?

Contact Your Insurance Company: Click on this link or scroll down for a list of toll-free claims phone numbers for insurance companies

• Flood insurance claims handbook
• Flood insurance claims phone numbers
• National Flood Insurance Program
• Flood Insurance Response Office in Connecticut
  1064 East Main Street, Meriden, CT 06450
  Phone: 203-634-1118
  Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to noon

Consumer Resources

• (11/06/2012) – Governor Offers Fact Sheet on How To Apply For Storm Sandy Federal Aid
• (10/31/2012) – Federal Disaster Funds Available For Individuals
• (10/30/2012) – Insurance Department Offers Tips For Filing Storm Damage Claims

Before the Storm:

• Know what your policies cover
• Create a home inventory

After the Storm:

• Filing a Claim and Protect Against Fraud
• FEMA Funds - Apply for Federal Aid
• Find a FEMA Recovery Center in Connecticut

Additional Resources:

• 2-1-1 Infoline
• American Red Cross - CT
• Legal Resources
  • Connecticut Bar Association Disaster Hotline
    • 866-209-5099
    • E-mail: Hotline@ctbar.org
  • Connecticut Network For Legal Aid
• Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
• National Flood Insurance Program
• National Hurricane Center
• Ready.gov
• State Emergency Services

Brochures:

• Reducing Tree Damage
• Preventing Water Damage
• Manage Your Flood Risk & Flood Insurance Cost

Industry Resources

Adjuster Licensing:

• Catastrophe Adjuster Licensing Program was activated October 26, 2012. Department staff will process applications throughout the weekend.

Bulletins and Industry Notices:

• Notice from the Connecticut Insurance Department on Hurricane Deductibles
• Notice from the Connecticut Insurance Department on Claims Reporting
• Reporting Form

• Bulletin IC-28
• Bulletin IC-30

• Bulletin IC-34

• Bulletin IC-36

• Flood Insurance Claims Filing Process

Remember when disaster strikes: Contact the CID if you have difficulty reaching your insurer, have a claims dispute or have questions on any insurance-related topic. By phone: 800-203-3447 or 860-297-3900 or use our online options.