Photo taken of Matanuska Glacier in AK.

Matanuska Glacier, AK
Photo by Stacey Matteson | Umialik Employee

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Woman in winter hat and coat looking out over snowy scene in front of house.

What is the Polar Vortex and How Do I Prepare My Home For It?

Over the last few years, the term “Polar Vortex” has become one of the most popular buzzwords used when referring to the frigidly cold temperatures we experience during the winter months in many regions of the United States.

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Individual scraping and shoveling ice from a driveway.

If Someone Slips on an Icy Sidewalk in Front of My Home or My Business, Am I Liable?

This winter, it’s important to shovel and salt your sidewalk to make sure you don’t fall into a lawsuit. Depending on the circumstances, you could be held liable if someone slips and falls on snow or ice in front of your home or your business.

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Icicles on eaves of a house.

Common Sources of Winter Claims

The unique characteristics of the season bring with them certain increased risks and hazardous situations. At Umialik, our Claims Department sees the results of these situations as certain claims get reported more often in the winter.

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A line of vechicles driving down a snow covered road.

Winter Weather: How to Stay in Control Behind the Wheel

Snow, high winds, fog, and rain pose threats to motorists throughout the winter months, when safe driving and well-maintained vehicles take on even greater importance

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