**MEDIA ADVISORY** How to Avoid a Perfect Storm: Free Disaster Preparedness Workshop Next Week in Pensacola
8/16/2017
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Next Wednesday in Pensacola, the Department of Financial Services will co-host a community disaster preparedness workshop alongside the Office of Representative Frank White. As the Atlantic Hurricane Season heats up, it’s more important than ever for Floridians to be as informed and prepared as possible.
Free to all area residents, participants will learn tips to ensure that they have adequate insurance coverage to protect their home and belongings in the event of a storm. They will also gain one-on-one access to the Department’s insurance specialists who can answer insurance-related questions. As insurance policies can vary, participants are strongly encouraged to bring a copy of their insurance policy to the event.
WHAT: Free Disaster Preparedness Workshop
WHEN: Wednesday, August 23
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. CST
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. CST
WHERE: WSRE-TV, Amos Studio
1000 College Boulevard
Pensacola, Fla. 32504
1000 College Boulevard
Pensacola, Fla. 32504
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About CFO Jimmy Patronis
Chief Financial Officer and State Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis is a statewide elected official and a member of Florida’s Cabinet who oversees the Department of Financial Services. CFO Patronis works each day to fight insurance fraud, support Florida’s firefighters, and ensure the state’s finances are stable to support economic growth in the state. Follow the activities of the Department on Facebook (FLDFS) and X (@FLDFS).