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State Farm is monitoring Gustav

Bloomington, Illinois, August 29, 2008 – State Farm is monitoring Tropical Storm Gustav and its possible impact on the Gulf Coast. Gustav is moving away from Jamaica and could become a hurricane again. We are evaluating our customers’ needs in all areas that could potentially be impacted.  State Farm’s greatest concern is for the safety of everyone who could be affected by this storm.

If evacuations are necessary, we want our customers to know we will be ready to help them once they return to their homes. We are preparing for this storm and are committed to helping our customers when needed.

Here are some suggestions on what to do before a storm hits:

• Conozca las rutas de evacuación y sígalas con cuidado.

• Coloque tablas en las ventanas, cúbralas con postigos protectores o péguelas para reforzarlas.

• Turn off water, electricity and gas prior to leaving your home if an evacuation order is issued.

• Make sure your vehicle has a full tank of gas.

• If you plan to leave a vehicle behind, make sure it is protected in your garage or left on high ground.

• Guarde los depósitos de basura, toldos y otros objetos exteriores grandes o asegúrelos bien.

• Tie up boats, or if possible, place them inside a building.

• Avoid high water - it can damage your engine and stall your car.

• Remember to take any needed medication with you.

Again, State Farm wants everyone to be safe and if necessary, evacuate to a safe location.

For questions or more information, contact Jeff McCollum, Relaciones Públicas, al (309) 766-0307.

In addition to the Corporate Public Affairs contact above you may also reach State Farm media relations in the following states:

Brooke Cluse, Relaciones públicas de Louisiana
Teléfono: 225-237-2564
Teléfono celular: 225-281-9166

David Majors, Relaciones públicas de Mississippi
Teléfono: 205-916-6098
Teléfono celular: 205-746-1874

Leslie Leal, Relaciones públicas de Texas
Teléfono: 512-217-0610

Chris Neal, Florida Public Affairs
Teléfono: 863-318-4230

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