Thousands of insurance claims pour in amid flood crisis
Thousands of insurance claims have already poured in as the flood crisis on New South Wales' Mid North Coast continues.
The Insurance Council of Australia said 3644 claims had been filed from the Mid North Coast, Hunter, and Greater Sydney regions.
About 80 per cent were personal property claims, with the rest being commercial or motor claims.
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Thousands of insurance claims have been filed over the ongoing flood crisis. Nine
The Mid Coast LGA had the most claims, totalling 888, followed by Central Coast with 546, and Lake Macquarie with 467.
As many flood-hit communities begin the long recovery process, the ICA has also reminded policy-holders they can begin to clean up their property without waiting for an assessor.
People are also advised to document the damage to their homes with photos, videos, and notes.
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Most of the claims are for personal property. Nine
They are also urged to lodge a claim as soon as possible.
An insurance hub will operate in Taree from Tuesday at the Taree Leagues Sports Club.
"We're looking forward to getting to Taree next week and helping people get back on their feet," ICA chief executive Andrew Hall said.
"I encourage any impacted policyholders to come along and speak with your insurer."
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The SES estimates at least 10,000 properties have been affected by the floods.
"So far 480 damage assessments have been carried out, with building inundation seen in many locations, and many have sustained significant damage and are (uninhabitable)," NSW SES Acting Assistant Commissioner Allison Flaxman said.
"We welcome the additional resources which will assist in undertaking damage assessments of properties and with ongoing resupply operations continue for residents isolated by flood waters."
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