Mercury Insurance Offers Southern Homeowners Practical Tips to Prepare for Winter Storms

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As winter weather patterns become increasingly volatile and Southern states face sudden freezes, ice storms, and power outages, Mercury Insurance is calling attention to essential preparedness guidance now available on the Mercury Insurance blog. The article — "Preparing for Winter Storms in the South" — equips homeowners with actionable steps to protect their homes, families, and finances before severe winter weather strikes.

WHY THIS MATTERS NOW
Winter storms in the South can bring conditions that many homes weren't built to withstand, creating a much greater likelihood for burst pipes, leaking roofs, and extended outages. With cold-weather events rising in frequency and impact, early preparation isn't just practical — it's cost-effective and can reduce hazards, stress, disruption, and claims.

WHAT THE ARTICLE OFFERS
Mercury's resource provides a variety of simple steps homeowners and drivers can enact to help protect their homes and families.

• Exterior readiness: Winterizing plumbing, clearing gutters, and sealing drafts to prevent ice dams and leaks.
• Interior protection: Last-minute tips and techniques to keep pipes from freezing, maintain safe indoor heat, and assemble emergency supplies.
• Safe travel and auto prep: Tips for icy roads and vehicle readiness if travel is unavoidable.
• Insurance insight: How homeowners can understand what their policy covers — and what it doesn't — before they need it.

READ THE FULL BLOG POST HERE
https://www.mercuryinsurance.com/resources/weather/preparing-for-winter-storms-in-the-south.html

About Mercury Insurance

Mercury Insurance (NYSE/NYSE Texas: MCY) is a multiple-line insurance carrier predominantly offering personal auto, homeowners, renters and commercial insurance through a network of independent agents in Arizona, California, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, Texas and Virginia, as well as auto insurance in Florida. Mercury writes other lines of insurance in various states, including commercial, business owners and business auto, landlord, home-sharing, ride-hailing and mechanical protection insurance.

Since 1962, Mercury has provided customers with tremendous value for their insurance dollar by pairing ultra-competitive rates with excellent customer service, through more than 4,200 employees and a network of more than 6,340 independent agents in 11 states. Mercury has earned an "A" rating from A.M. Best, as well as "Best Auto Insurance Company" designations from Forbes and Insure.com. For more information visit www.MercuryInsurance.com or follow the company on X, Instagram or Facebook.

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