Oklahoma has been experiencing several earthquakes in recent years. Most have been from the Prague area, but a 5.1 magnitude quake on February 3, 2024, resulted in tremors that affected many Oklahoma City suburbs. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and damage was limited to items falling off shelves. These earthquakes are due to the underground injection of wastewater from oil and natural gas extraction. Of course, "actions have been taken," but just in case, getting some insurance is a good idea. The next one might be a little bigger.
Earthquake Insurance
As earthquakes don’t fall under hazard insurance, your typical homeowner’s or renter’s insurance won’t cover damage done by an earthquake. An exception would be if a fire resulted from said earthquake. Then, you would be covered in the fire-related damages. That would include living expenses coverage should you have to evacuate your house until it can be repaired. Earthquake insurance would cover your living expenses should you need to leave your home in the event of an earthquake. It would also cover the cost of repairing or replacing personal property, the dwelling itself, and outdoor structures. Not many people in the South have earthquake insurance, but the incidents near Prague have shown that earthquakes can happen anywhere. If an earthquake destroys your home, you will need ample insurance to rebuild it.
Vance Insurance Group LLC Serving Oklahoma City, OK
If you live in the Oklahoma City, OK, area and think earthquake insurance would be prudent, please get in touch with Vance Insurance Group LLC. Our knowledgeable and helpful agents will aid you in finding the insurance policy that would best suit your needs.