For residents of the United States
Tropical Storm Milton rapidly intensified into a hurricane over the Atlantic Ocean on October 6, 2024. According to the National Hurricane Center, Milton has strengthened into a Category 4 hurricane, with maximum sustained winds of 150 mph and higher gusts. The storm is currently located about 150 miles west of Progreso, Mexico, and approximately 735 miles southwest of Tampa, Florida. Milton is moving east-southeast at a speed of 8 mph. An eastward to east-southeastward motion is expected through tonight, followed by a turn toward the east and northeast on Tuesday and Wednesday. Based on the forecast track, Milton is projected to move near or just north of the Yucatán Peninsula today and Tuesday, then cross the eastern Gulf of Mexico and approach the west coast of the Florida Peninsula by Wednesday. The hurricane is forecasted to intensify into an extremely dangerous storm later today and is expected to maintain that intensity over the next couple of days.
Please note that there is no coverage for this specific storm under any plans purchased on or after October 6, 2024.
This does not impact cover provided by policies purchased prior to this time, subject to the terms of the policy.
If you’re already traveling
If you hold a policy with us and require emergency assistance due to this event, please contact our international assistance team as soon as it’s practicable and safe to do so.
For the latest advice, visit the US State Department.
Read our tips on how to stay safe this hurricane season.
How does this event affect your cover
Policies purchased after an event occurs will not provide cover for any losses which arise in relation to that event. If you already had a policy with us, coverage is available subject to the policy terms and conditions and exclusions. Customers are strongly encouraged to read their state specific Plan document for details regarding their available coverage.
If your travel plans are affected
If you need to change your travel arrangements, contact your airline, cruise company or travel agent for assistance in the first instance.
Contacts
As always, your safety is our utmost concern. If you need help while on your trip, please do not hesitate to reach out to Generali Global Assistance.
Contact Information:
Outside the US call collect: 1-954-334-8143
Toll-free in the US and Canada: 1-877-289-0968
Email: ops@gga-usa.com
Please reach out to Trip Mate if you have questions about your coverage. Trip Mate will be able answer questions regarding how coverage would apply to your specific situation.
Contact Information:
Outside the US call collect: 1-816-905-3963
Toll-free in the US and Canada: 1-844-207-1930
Email: serviceUSA@worldnomads.com
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