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How to Identify, Avoid, and Escape a RIP Current
Beachgoers need to be aware of RIP currents. “RIP” in this case could stand for “rest in peace,” because these currents can be deadly. In the U.S., about 100 people drown in RIP Currents every year. Lifeguards in the U.S. rescue another 30,000 swimmers from RIP...
RV Insurance, Weather and Driving Conditions
RVing is becoming one of the most popular ways to travel. A successful and safe RV trip takes preparation and planning to make it a good experience. Whether you are new to RVing or not, these tips can help ensure that your trip will be a smooth experience. As your...
Yard Safety
By Travelers Risk Control Backyard entertaining has gotten more elaborate in recent years. Fire pits are helping homeowners extend the backyard season, and today’s playsets involve more than a simple set of swings and a slide. Whether backyard entertaining means...
Auto Insurance Costs
If you own a vehicle, you should own an auto insurance policy. Have you ever wondered how the cost of your policy is determined? There are a number of different factors that impact the cost of your auto insurance. While not all companies use the same parameters, HD...
Clients LOVE H.D. Segur Insurance!
February is the month dedicated to celebrating LOVE for those special people in your life - Mom/Dad, Husband/Wife/Partner, Son/Daughter, and even us, Your Insurance Agent!! Yes, that’s right, Insurance Agent. Our clients express their love for us not only in...
What to Do Immediately After a Winter Storm
Alaina Tweddale Published: April 24, 2017 Updated: December 14, 2020 Old Man Winter has a nasty habit of blowing into town when we least expect him, which means we may not always be able to prepare for a storm before it strikes. But even after the snow has stopped...
Seven tips to help you winterize your home
Winter weather can mean trouble for your house. In 2017, the Summary of Natural Hazard Statistics reported that winter storms caused more than $308.79 million in damage to homes across the U.S. The Insurance Information Institute added that a common winter homeowner’s...
Thanksgiving Safety Check
Thanksgiving is a time to gather around the dinner table in the company of family and friends and be thankful for all that you have. Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires, with unattended cooking as the leading contributing factor. Keep your holiday full...
Chimney Safety Tips
Leaning towards an old wood-burning fireplace to help cut your heating bill this winter? Before you spark a log you should know, fireplaces and chimneys are involved in 42% of all home-heating fires. So before you use your fireplace, ensure you know how to properly...
Commercial Auto Insurance Explained
Commercial auto insurance is insurance that provides financial protection for damages related to a vehicle designated for business use. If you use your vehicle for any business-related purposes, besides driving to work, you may need some form of commercial car...