As the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina approaches, we are reminded of nature’s capacity for widespread destruction. It is a good time for property owners in coastal areas nationwide to ensure they are prepared for the worst.

A storm’s final path and impact are unpredictable until it hits land, and while this can create some uncertainty in the coastal commercial insurance market, wholesalers can provide the expertise and resources to manage the complexity and evolving risks associated with these violent storms.