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- Hurricanes can cause flooding and wind damage to homes, and one inch of water can cost $20,000.
- Your mortgage company may require you to have hurricane and flood insurance, depending on your location.
- Licensed insurance agents can help you select the right coverage to protect your home and family.
According to the National Hurricane Center, on the Atlantic coast, hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30. It runs on the eastern Pacific coast from May 15 to November 30.