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        "uri": "/2019/08/07/weather-technology-changes-the-claims-forecast/",
        "title": "Weather technology changes the claims forecast",
        "byline": "Howard Altschule",
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        "prettyDate": "August 07, 2019",
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        "summary": "When confirming weather-related damage, meteorologists have multiple tools at their disposal.",
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        "uri": "/2017/11/15/4-things-to-know-before-engaging-a-weather-expert/",
        "title": "4 things to know before engaging a weather expert",
        "byline": "Howard Altschule",
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        "prettyDate": "November 15, 2017",
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        "summary": "Not all experts are created equal when it comes to determining the impact for weather-related claims.",
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        "uri": "/2017/03/01/how-hail-impact-reports-high-resolution-weather-data-and-qualified-experts-can-help-resolve-claims-more-effectively/",
        "title": "How Hail Impact Reports, High Resolution Weather Data and Qualified Experts Can Help Resolve Claims More Effectively",
        "byline": "Howard Altschule",
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        "prettyDate": "March 01, 2017",
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        "summary": "Billions of dollars of damage occurs each year as a result of weather events and catastrophes that strike the U.S. Among the biggest damage producers are large hail-producing thunderstorms that pass over populated areas. Following these CAT hailstorms, thousands of new hail claims come pouring in some are legitimate...",
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        "title": "Sandy: The Debate Over ‘Hurricane Deductibles’ Begins",
        "byline": "Howard Altschule",
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        "prettyDate": "November 12, 2012",
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        "summary": "Homeowners in Rhode Island, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Massachusetts and the District of Columbia wont have to pay hurricane deductibles on insurance claims stemming from Superstorm Sandy since officials contend that the deductibles werent triggered because Sandy was not classified as a hurricane when it made...",
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        "uri": "/2012/11/02/wind-v-water-damage-forensic-meteorologys-role-in/",
        "title": "Wind v. Water Damage: Forensic Meteorology's Role in Post-Sandy Claims",
        "byline": " Howard Altschule ",
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        "prettyDate": "November 02, 2012",
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        "summary": "With claims rolling in from the superstorm, insurers must differentiate between wind and water damage to ensure sound coverage decisions.",
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        "uri": "/2012/11/01/sandy-the-debate-about-hurricane-deductibles-begin/",
        "title": "Sandy: The Debate About "Hurricane Deductibles" Begins",
        "byline": " Howard Altschule ",
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        "prettyDate": "November 01, 2012",
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        "summary": "Storm terminology can impact how a property claim is handled after a weather event. A forensic meteorologist explains what's in a name.",
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        "uri": "/2012/11/01/sandy-the-debate-about-hurricane-deductibles-begins/",
        "title": "Sandy: The Debate About \"Hurricane Deductibles\" Begins",
        "byline": "Howard Altschule",
        "kicker": "News",
        "prettyDate": "November 01, 2012",
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        "summary": "Storm terminology can impact how a property claim is handled after a weather event. A forensic meteorologist explains what's in a name.",
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        "uri": "/2011/12/19/stormy-skies-and-crystal-clear-data-2/",
        "title": "Stormy Skies and Crystal Clear Data",
        "byline": "Howard Altschule",
        "kicker": "News",
        "prettyDate": "December 19, 2011",
        "timeToRead": "8 minute",
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        "summary": "The year's influx of twisters, wildfires, and severe storms have led to a skyrocketing number of property damage claims. A weather expert can help adjusters sift through the wreckage to determine the veracity of each claim.",
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        "title": "Stormy Skies and Crystal Clear Data",
        "byline": " Howard Altschule ",
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        "prettyDate": "December 19, 2011",
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        "summary": "The year's influx of twisters, wildfires, and severe storms have led to a skyrocketing number of property damage claims. A weather expert can help adjusters sift through the wreckage to determine the veracity of each claim.",
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        "uri": "/2011/08/16/tropical-outlook-the-cape-verde-hurricane-season-h/",
        "title": "Tropical Outlook: The Cape Verde Hurricane Season Has Arrived",
        "byline": " Howard Altschule ",
        "kicker": "News",
        "prettyDate": "August 16, 2011",
        "timeToRead": "4 minute",
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        "summary": "A meteorologist gives an update on Tropical Storm Gert and what may be in store for the U.S. in the coming days.",
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