Winter storms are hard to predict, come in all varieties, and often catch us by surprise.
These storms are generally defined by the dominant varieties of precipitation being snow or sleet, or a
rainstorm where ground temperatures are cold enough to allow ice to form (i.e. freezing rain).
A blizzard is a severe winter storm condition characterized by low temperatures, strong winds, and heavy snow.
All types of winter storms make travel dangerous, many cause widespread power outages, school and airport closures,
delays, and in the worst cases, injury or death.
Winter weather online advisories. NOAA’s interactive National Weather Hazards map displays active
watches, warnings, advisories and short term forecasts, updated every 5 minutes.
View the map here >
Smart action steps for your home, auto, and businesses. Early preparations and proactive behavior will help reduce the impact a storm has on you, your business, and your family.
- Winterizing Your Home.
Take time early in the winter season to properly winterize your home to prevent ice damming,
frozen pipes, and smoke/fire damage. Read more >
- Preparing Your Cars for Winter.
There are many easy things you can do proactively to prepare your car for winter weather,
from installing new winter wipers to maintaining at least a half tank of gas. Read more >
- Safe Wintertime Driving Guidelines.
Driving in winter storms and winter conditions tests the skills of even the most
experienced drivers. Review these tips for safer wintertime driving. Read more >
- Winter Freeze-Up Precautions for Business.
Sprinkler or water pipe breakage from water freeze-ups can result in major
water damage to building/contents, business interruption due to clean up, and more. Damaged sprinkler systems also can leave your
facilities without needed fire protection. Proper winter preparation before deep cold sets in goes a long way towards
preventing these costly situations. Read more >
Reporting a claim, after a severe storm.
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You will be able to reach Gowrie Group through our normal communication channels immediately following winter storms: 800.262.8911 or claim@gowrie.com
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In the event that a severe storm impacts CT the most efficient way to report a claim is to contact your insurance carrier directly. Visit www.gowrie.com/claims to access the direct claims reporting phone numbers for each insurance company.