Story: Earthquakes

Being prepared (2nd of 2)

Being prepared

This diagram illustrates what is covered by EQC disaster insurance on domestic buildings. It includes the house and its contents (up to specified limits), as well as some of the surrounding area.

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Eileen McSaveney, 'Earthquakes - Living with earthquakes', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/diagram/4546/being-prepared (accessed 20 April 2024)

Story by Eileen McSaveney, published 12 Jun 2006, reviewed & revised 1 Aug 2017