2020 Hurricane Season

The National Meteorological Service of the Conagua forecasts the development of between 30 and 37 named systems over the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans this year. Most of the hurricanes develop trajectories far from the Mexican coasts; however, every year an average of 4 or 5 cyclonic systems impact the country. For this year, 5 to 6 are forecast to reach the Mexican coasts.

What is a Hurricane?

• It is a set of clouds in the form of a spiral.
  • They rotate counterclockwise in the northern hemisphere.
  • They converge in a center called the eye, where there are no bad weather conditions.
  • They occur mainly in the tropical sectors of the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans during the summer and fall "Sea surface temperatures are expected to increase by 1. 67º C in regions where tropical systems form and will result in at least a 7% increase in precipitation The warmer water also results in higher wind speeds (between 3.2% and 9% on average)" Hurricane Forecast 2020.

Source: https://smn.conagua.gob.mx/es/Fuente: https://www.noaa.gov/

In the event of a claim?

In the event of an accident at your home or business, remember to remain calm and proceed calmly in order to take the necessary measures, follow the recommendations of the authorities, report immediately to your insurer who will assign you an adjuster.

In case of doubt you can call the Fidex claims department who will advise you on where to make your report.

Fidex Prevention Recommendations

• Inspect roofs, decks and drains.
  • Inspect and protect external walls and their openings, windows and doors.
  • Inspect backup equipment and connections.
  • Maintain supplies.

During an event

• I monitored the information and communiqués from the authorities.
  • Monitored the inventory of frequently consumed materials.

After a natural disaster

• It is recommended to shut off service lines, but be careful, only if it is safe to do so. In case of loose or dangling lines, report to the appropriate authorities.
  • Do not use water in case of contamination.
    • Protect the exterior of your property or facilities only if it has suffered damage and only if it is safe to do so, for repairs consult your Insurer.
    • If your car is affected by any of the hydrometeorological phenomena, immediately report it to the Insurance Company.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The information contained in the document is informative but not limiting; it is not part of the insurance contract. For more information please review the general conditions of the policy or contact your Fidex advisor. "The information expressed is based on the opinion of the person who generates it and is his responsibility, it should not be construed as legal advice or professional consultancy by Fidex."