Catastrophe Response
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In the aftermath of any catastrophic event, policyholders and claimants expect fast, responsive service. Crawford is uniquely equipped to handle the increases in volume, complexity and the additional stress and strain on the system of carrier infrastructure. In this space, we provide the latest information on how Crawford is responding to recent severe weather events/disasters and other major events. Major EventsCrawford is the industry's leading independent adjusting resource for insurance claim management in response to natural and man-made disasters. In this section, you will find detailed information on our response to any major event Crawford is currently handling. Analysis and ResourcesDuring the last 70 years, Crawford has handled all kinds of property and casualty claims, both large and small. In this section, we share our expertise and lessons learned from select severe storms and other major events.Alerts |
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11/16/2011
Thailand Flood Waters Slowly Begin to Recede
Many areas of Thailand remain flooded, especially those to the west and east of Bangkok, and it is still expected to take many weeks for all water to reach the Gulf of Thailand. The government estimates that it will take as long as two months for the flood waters to fully recede.
Thailand Flood Waters Slowly Begin to Recede
Many areas of Thailand remain flooded, especially those to the west and east of Bangkok, and it is still expected to take many weeks for all water to reach the Gulf of Thailand. The government estimates that it will take as long as two months for the flood waters to fully recede.
10/27/2011
Rising Water Levels in Thailand Cause the Worst Floods in More Than 50 Years
With Bangkok expected to completely give way to rising water levels over the coming days and the country’s industrial region Ayutthaya to the North of the city largely submerged, Crawford’s adjusters continued with efforts to help customers, many of whom have been left in almost complete isolation caused by the worst floods in over 50 years.
Rising Water Levels in Thailand Cause the Worst Floods in More Than 50 Years
With Bangkok expected to completely give way to rising water levels over the coming days and the country’s industrial region Ayutthaya to the North of the city largely submerged, Crawford’s adjusters continued with efforts to help customers, many of whom have been left in almost complete isolation caused by the worst floods in over 50 years.
10/24/2011
Deadly Thailand Flooding Threatens Bangkok
Floodwaters in Bangkok have reached Don Muang Airport, one of the Thai capital's two main airports and home to the flood relief operation command, which may have to move to another location, according to the governor. In the east, the industrial estates of Lat Krabang and Bang Chan remain under threat, and volunteers are being sought for help with sandbagging.
Deadly Thailand Flooding Threatens Bangkok
Floodwaters in Bangkok have reached Don Muang Airport, one of the Thai capital's two main airports and home to the flood relief operation command, which may have to move to another location, according to the governor. In the east, the industrial estates of Lat Krabang and Bang Chan remain under threat, and volunteers are being sought for help with sandbagging.
10/14/2011
Update: Heavy Rain and Flooding Continue in Thailand
The rain continues to fall relentlessly with the worst-affected areas being the north, northeast and central plains of Thailand, with the death toll continuing to rise.
Update: Heavy Rain and Flooding Continue in Thailand
The rain continues to fall relentlessly with the worst-affected areas being the north, northeast and central plains of Thailand, with the death toll continuing to rise.
10/10/2011
Extensive Flooding Continues throughout Thailand
Extensive flooding continues to wreak havoc throughout Thailand, where the 10 worst affected provinces include Uthai Thani, Chainat, Lopburi, Singburi, Ang Thong, Ayutthaya, Nakornsawan, Chachoengsao, Pathumthani, and Nonthaburi. Approximately 30 of Thailand’s 77 provinces are reportedly underwater at present.
Extensive Flooding Continues throughout Thailand
Extensive flooding continues to wreak havoc throughout Thailand, where the 10 worst affected provinces include Uthai Thani, Chainat, Lopburi, Singburi, Ang Thong, Ayutthaya, Nakornsawan, Chachoengsao, Pathumthani, and Nonthaburi. Approximately 30 of Thailand’s 77 provinces are reportedly underwater at present.
09/07/2011
Out-of-Control Wildfires Wreak Havoc in Texas; Crawford & Company has Adjusters Standing By
More than 1,000 homes have been destroyed and four people reportedly killed as a result of Texas' most devastating wildfires in more than a decade. The Bastrop County Complex fire is an ongoing wildfire in Bastrop County, near Austin, Texas. The fire began during Labor Day weekend and has already spread across 33,000 acres, forcing the evacuations of at least 5,000 people. This devastating wildfire has destroyed the highest number of homes ever lost to a single fire in Texas history.
Out-of-Control Wildfires Wreak Havoc in Texas; Crawford & Company has Adjusters Standing By
More than 1,000 homes have been destroyed and four people reportedly killed as a result of Texas' most devastating wildfires in more than a decade. The Bastrop County Complex fire is an ongoing wildfire in Bastrop County, near Austin, Texas. The fire began during Labor Day weekend and has already spread across 33,000 acres, forcing the evacuations of at least 5,000 people. This devastating wildfire has destroyed the highest number of homes ever lost to a single fire in Texas history.
08/31/2011
Widespread Flooding and Power Loss Remain Across Much of the East Coast in the Wake of Hurricane Irene; Crawford & Company has Capacity
Across the east coast and New England, entire communities remain cut off by floodwaters Wednesday, while more than 2.85 million people were still without power in the wake of Hurricane Irene. As of today, the storm has been blamed for 44 deaths across 13 states. The National Guard and firefighters began airlifting food, water and other supplies to residents still isolated by severe flooding.
Widespread Flooding and Power Loss Remain Across Much of the East Coast in the Wake of Hurricane Irene; Crawford & Company has Capacity
Across the east coast and New England, entire communities remain cut off by floodwaters Wednesday, while more than 2.85 million people were still without power in the wake of Hurricane Irene. As of today, the storm has been blamed for 44 deaths across 13 states. The National Guard and firefighters began airlifting food, water and other supplies to residents still isolated by severe flooding.
08/28/2011
Irene Heads Toward New York & New England Today; Crawford & Company Adjusters are Ready
Hurricane Irene is still a Category 1 storm and is already affecting New York City with high water in lower Manhattan Island. Slow weakening is expected after Irene makes landfall in New England later today, but the large wind field continues to expand.
Irene Heads Toward New York & New England Today; Crawford & Company Adjusters are Ready
Hurricane Irene is still a Category 1 storm and is already affecting New York City with high water in lower Manhattan Island. Slow weakening is expected after Irene makes landfall in New England later today, but the large wind field continues to expand.
08/27/2011
Hurricane Irene Makes Landfall in North Carolina; Crawford & Company Adjusters are Ready to Assist
The National Hurricane Center reports that the eye of Hurricane Irene made landfall this morning at 7:30 a.m. (EDT) near Cape Lookout, North Carolina. The intensity of Irene at landfall was estimated to be a Category 1 with maximum sustained winds of 85 mph (140 km/h). Irene is moving to the north-northeast at 14 mph (22 km/h) and is expected to remain on its current track for the next 24 hours. A slight reduction in intensification is expected as Irene crosses eastern North Carolina, but is forecast to remain a hurricane with a very large wind field as it moves near or over the Mid-Atlantic states and New England.
Hurricane Irene Makes Landfall in North Carolina; Crawford & Company Adjusters are Ready to Assist
The National Hurricane Center reports that the eye of Hurricane Irene made landfall this morning at 7:30 a.m. (EDT) near Cape Lookout, North Carolina. The intensity of Irene at landfall was estimated to be a Category 1 with maximum sustained winds of 85 mph (140 km/h). Irene is moving to the north-northeast at 14 mph (22 km/h) and is expected to remain on its current track for the next 24 hours. A slight reduction in intensification is expected as Irene crosses eastern North Carolina, but is forecast to remain a hurricane with a very large wind field as it moves near or over the Mid-Atlantic states and New England.
08/26/2011
Hurricane Irene may Affect Millions up the East Coast; Crawford & Company Adjusters are Standing By
Hurricane Irene is just below major hurricane status this morning as it moves north at 14 mph (22 km/h). Intensification is expected, though, prior to its predicted landfall mid-day Saturday around North Carolina's Outer Banks. As of 8:00 a.m. (EDT) Friday, the U.S. National Hurricane Center reports that Irene's maximum sustained winds are 110 mph (175 km/h) and that the storm will likely stay on its current track.
Hurricane Irene may Affect Millions up the East Coast; Crawford & Company Adjusters are Standing By
Hurricane Irene is just below major hurricane status this morning as it moves north at 14 mph (22 km/h). Intensification is expected, though, prior to its predicted landfall mid-day Saturday around North Carolina's Outer Banks. As of 8:00 a.m. (EDT) Friday, the U.S. National Hurricane Center reports that Irene's maximum sustained winds are 110 mph (175 km/h) and that the storm will likely stay on its current track.
08/25/2011
Crawford & Company Adjusters are Ready as Hurricane Irene Stays on Track to Move up the U.S. East Coast
A dangerous Hurricane Irene is currently battering the northwestern Bahamas as a Category 3 storm. A turn toward the north-northwest is expected later today, followed by a turn toward the north by early Friday. As of 11:00 a.m. (EDT) Thursday, the U.S. National Hurricane Center reports that Irene's maximum sustained winds have remained a constant 115 mph (185 km/h) and will likely remain a Category 3 storm as it heads toward the eastern and northeastern U.S. coast over the weekend. Hurricane and tropical storm watches are now in effect for parts of the Carolinas.
Crawford & Company Adjusters are Ready as Hurricane Irene Stays on Track to Move up the U.S. East Coast
A dangerous Hurricane Irene is currently battering the northwestern Bahamas as a Category 3 storm. A turn toward the north-northwest is expected later today, followed by a turn toward the north by early Friday. As of 11:00 a.m. (EDT) Thursday, the U.S. National Hurricane Center reports that Irene's maximum sustained winds have remained a constant 115 mph (185 km/h) and will likely remain a Category 3 storm as it heads toward the eastern and northeastern U.S. coast over the weekend. Hurricane and tropical storm watches are now in effect for parts of the Carolinas.
08/24/2011
Storm Alert: Crawford & Company Adjusters are Ready to Handle Claims in All Areas Affected by Hurricane Irene
Hurricane Irene, currently a major Category 3 storm, is heading towards the East Coast. The U.S. National Hurricane Center reports that Irene's maximum sustained winds have increased to near 115 mph (185 kph) as of 11:00 a.m. (EDT) Wednesday, with additional strengthening forecast over the next day or so.
Storm Alert: Crawford & Company Adjusters are Ready to Handle Claims in All Areas Affected by Hurricane Irene
Hurricane Irene, currently a major Category 3 storm, is heading towards the East Coast. The U.S. National Hurricane Center reports that Irene's maximum sustained winds have increased to near 115 mph (185 kph) as of 11:00 a.m. (EDT) Wednesday, with additional strengthening forecast over the next day or so.
07/26/2011
Market Update - Norway
At least 76 people have died in twin attacks in Norway - the worst peacetime massacre in the country's modern history. Our thoughts and sympathies are with the people of Norway at this terrible time.
Market Update - Norway
At least 76 people have died in twin attacks in Norway - the worst peacetime massacre in the country's modern history. Our thoughts and sympathies are with the people of Norway at this terrible time.
05/19/2011
Crawford Secures Office Space in Slave Lake, Alberta to Respond to Wildfires
Crawford & Company (Canada) Inc. has now secured a temporary office location in Slave Lake, Alberta. This will accommodate the adjusters deployed to the area to assist with the damage and devastation being caused by the wildfires.
Crawford Secures Office Space in Slave Lake, Alberta to Respond to Wildfires
Crawford & Company (Canada) Inc. has now secured a temporary office location in Slave Lake, Alberta. This will accommodate the adjusters deployed to the area to assist with the damage and devastation being caused by the wildfires.
05/18/2011
Crawford CAT Team Responding to Wildfires in Slave Lake, Alberta
Crawford & Company (Canada) Inc. has begun organizing to deploy adjusters into the area affected by the wildfires that have struck Slave Lake, Alberta. Adjusters are ready to assist with the damage and devastation being caused by the fire.
Crawford CAT Team Responding to Wildfires in Slave Lake, Alberta
Crawford & Company (Canada) Inc. has begun organizing to deploy adjusters into the area affected by the wildfires that have struck Slave Lake, Alberta. Adjusters are ready to assist with the damage and devastation being caused by the fire.
05/02/2011
Market Update: Crawford Responds to Deadly U.S. Tornado Outbreak
Last week saw four straight days of widespread super-cell thunderstorms and reportedly more than 150 deadly tornadoes across the eastern half of the U.S. which caused more than 300 fatalities.
Market Update: Crawford Responds to Deadly U.S. Tornado Outbreak
Last week saw four straight days of widespread super-cell thunderstorms and reportedly more than 150 deadly tornadoes across the eastern half of the U.S. which caused more than 300 fatalities.
03/19/2011
Market Update: Crawford Responds in Japan
As the devastating events of the earthquake and tsunami unfold in Japan, Crawford is monitoring the situation closely to plan our response to our many global clients particularly given the current threat of radiation exposures from damaged nuclear power plants at Fukushima. The safety of our people remains a priority, and we will continue to monitor the recommendations of several key government agencies concerning the advisability of travel to Japan. We will only mobilise our teams when it is safe to do so.
Market Update: Crawford Responds in Japan
As the devastating events of the earthquake and tsunami unfold in Japan, Crawford is monitoring the situation closely to plan our response to our many global clients particularly given the current threat of radiation exposures from damaged nuclear power plants at Fukushima. The safety of our people remains a priority, and we will continue to monitor the recommendations of several key government agencies concerning the advisability of travel to Japan. We will only mobilise our teams when it is safe to do so.
03/14/2011
Market Update: Crawford Responds in Japan
First and foremost, our thoughts and sympathies are very much with the people of Japan who face an uncertain and difficult time; the images on TV and the Press put everything into perspective.
Market Update: Crawford Responds in Japan
First and foremost, our thoughts and sympathies are very much with the people of Japan who face an uncertain and difficult time; the images on TV and the Press put everything into perspective.