DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- In the wake of yesterday’s intense hail storms that swept the Dallas-Fort Worth area, GEICO is moving in a Catastrophe Claims Team to assist policyholders affected by the recent storm.

GEICO urges policyholders to report their claims as early as possible. To reach GEICO's claims team anytime, 24 hours a day, call 1-800-841-3000, or report the claim on GEICO's website, www.geico.com.

“We are aware of the serious damage that storms cause, particularly if there’s hail. It may be difficult or even impossible for drivers to use their cars,” said Gary Brown, GEICO’s regional vice president. “We want to make sure the claims are handled quickly and that there’s minimal inconvenience for our policyholders. We’re working to get them back on the road as soon as possible.”

If your vehicle has been damaged by the recent storms, especially if windows are broken, GEICO recommends covering it with plastic or other material to protect it from further damage.

GEICO (Government Employees Insurance Company) is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and is the third-largest private passenger auto insurer in the United States. GEICO handles auto insurance coverage for 11 million private passenger auto policies and insures more than 17.5 million vehicles.

In addition to auto insurance, GEICO offers customers insurance products for their motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), travel trailers and motorhomes (RVs). Coverage for life, boats, homes and apartments is available through the GEICO Insurance Agency. Commercial auto insurance and personal umbrella protection are also available.

As a member of the Berkshire Hathaway group of companies, GEICO is rated A++ for financial strength by A.M. Best Company and ranks at the top of several national customer satisfaction surveys. For more information, go to http://www.geico.com.

GEICO Communications
301-986-3271

Source: GEICO