Farmers Insurance Prepares for Hurricane Irene Deployment
Farmers Insurance Group of Companies, including subsidiaries such as Foremost Insurance, Bristol West, and 21st Century Insurance, is gearing up to provide support to customers and non-customers alike as Hurricane Irene approaches the mainland United States. The insurer has deployed a Mobile Catastrophe Claims bus, equipped with state-of-the-art satellite communications equipment, to the Virginia coast. This move reflects the company's commitment to serving its customers during times of need. With over 50,000 exclusive and independent agents and nearly 24,000 employees, Farmers Insurance is well-positioned to provide assistance to the affected areas.
Key Takeaways:
- Farmers Insurance has deployed a Mobile Catastrophe Claims bus to the Virginia coast to support customers and non-customers as Hurricane Irene approaches.
- The MCC is 46' long and equipped with state-of-the-art satellite communications equipment, seven claims stations, and a built-in grill to serve meals to those in need.
- The insurer has a strong presence in the country, with over 10 million households and more than 20 million individual policies across all 50 states.
- Farmers Insurance has a significant workforce, with over 50,000 exclusive and independent agents and nearly 24,000 employees.
Statistics:
- 10 million households served by Farmers Insurance
- 20 million individual policies across all 50 states
- 46' length of the Mobile Catastrophe Claims bus
- 7 claims stations on the MCC
- 50,000 exclusive and independent agents
- 24,000 employees
Sources:
- Journal of Transportation
- VerticalNews.com
- Farmers Insurance Website (www.farmers.com)
- Farmers Insurance Facebook page (www.Facebook.com/FarmersInsurance)