He Cyclone Yaku round the capital. Given the risk of heavier than normal rainfall along the coast of our country, it is necessary for families and entrepreneurs to take precautions for the good of their home and business.
Safe Community, the prevention program Pacific Insurance, details what you can do to anticipate possible incidents. “In this type of situation, although it is important to keep our business safe, we ask people to prioritize their safety during this type of event, since personal and family well-being comes first. We are here to fulfill our promise to respond and accompany you at this time.”, points out Miguel Ortiz de Zevallos, Business Business Manager of Pacífico Seguros.
get ready
Check if your home is in a potential flood zone or if this has happened before.
Identify the possible evacuation routes and establishes a common meeting point.
Has an emergency kit with food, clothing, identification documents and first aid items.
Stores water in case the regular supply is cut or contaminated.
in your business
Make sure you have tools to evacuate any water that accumulates.
Check the drainage systems to prevent it from collapsing.
Place sandbags to prevent water from entering.
Place your merchandise at least 15 cm from the ground.
Cover exposed appliances and outlets to prevent short circuits.
Verify that your insurance is active, with no outstanding debts, with your updated contact information.
during the flood
Act fast when you hear the alarms.
Turn off power and unplug electrical appliances.
Avoid crossing rivers, flooded areas, or bridges where the water level is close to the edge, as their foundations may be weakened.
Neither walk on top of manhole covers, because they can break off under pressure.
Do not go near cables or light poles.
if you are affected
If you have insurance and you present any damage, verify that it is active and up to date, have your insurer’s service channels at hand to contact them and take photographs as evidence.
In the case of Pacífico Seguros, if you have Home/Mortgage insurance you can submit your claim through the app or website Mi Espacio Pacífico.
If your insurance is to protect your business, you can contact the mailbox [email protected].
In either case, if you are unable to communicate through these channels, you have the option of calling the Emergency Center at (01) 415-1515.
