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Does car insurance cover hurricane damage?

My Mazda was damaged from high winds and rain during a hurricane. Will my car insurance cover the cost of repairs?

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Sophie Newman · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“Damage from natural disasters such as hurricanes and floods may be covered under your
comprehensive car insurance
policy.
Like
collision car insurance
, you’ll have to pay your comprehensive deductible before your coverage kicks in.
To get value out of your claim, you’ll want to get an estimate on the repairs and make sure it’s higher than your set deductible.
The good news is that comprehensive coverage is a not-at-fault claim, so your policy premiums shouldn’t increase due to this loss. However, if you see an increase at your next renewal, give the folks at
Jerry
the chance to find a cheaper policy for you. Jerry is an app that shops prices with over 50 different insurance companies and delivers the lowest rates straight to your phone in seconds—for free. If you have any questions, you can text an agent, and they will text right back with assistance!”
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