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The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) is encouraging the citizens and residents of the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union to be financially prepared to respond adequately to natural disasters. <\/span><\/p>

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In the season finale of ECCB Connects<\/i> this week, Agency Manager Sales, Sagicor Life Inc, Commonwealth of Dominica, Brenton Hilaire emphasises the importance of having a financial plan, noting that such plan will become handy to inform people\u2019s response to natural disasters. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The insurance expert also recommends having several insurance tools to protect property and assets. <\/span><\/p>

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Health insurance, life insurance, house, content and motor insurance are some of the tools he recommends for people to secure themselves as they prepare for natural disasters. <\/span><\/p>

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Hilaire, who has witnessed the devastating impact of Hurricane Maria in the Commonwealth of Dominica also shared some important lessons which came out of that experience. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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