Greater Manchester ‘tornado’ damage will be covered by property insurance – ABI
The IndependentGet the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Damage caused by a “tornado” in Greater Manchester will be covered by standard property insurance policies, the Association of British Insurers has said. A “localised tornado” damaged around 100 properties in Greater Manchester as Storm Gerrit swept the country, with thousands of homes remaining without power and travellers likely to face continued disruption. Anyone who has suffered damage should contact their insurer for advice.” “Numerous reports” were made to Greater Manchester Police at around 11.45pm on Wednesday, and the force declared a major incident due to the “severity” of the damage caused and the potential risk to public safety. For businesses, commercial policies will cover storm damage, and some may cover the cost of hiring any alternative temporary trading premises while a damaged premises is being repaired.
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