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FDIC Consumer News - Fall 2017

FDIC Tips for Dealing with a Disaster

Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria in 2017, as well as major fires in Northern California, are reminders of how natural disasters or other tragic events can severely damage personal property, making it difficult for affected individuals to conduct day-to-day finances, especially those who have been evacuated from their homes. For tips from the FDIC on preparing for and rebounding from a catastrophe, as well as information on avoiding disaster-related scams, visit our webpage.