Storm Xynthia Causes Widespread Damage in France, Spain and Portugal

Atlantic storm Xynthia smashed into the western coasts of France, Portugal and Spain on Sunday February 28, 2010. France has declared a national disaster, with the worst affected areas being the Vendee and Charente-Maritime regions on the western coast. French radio reported wind speeds of 175km/h at the top of the Eiffel Tower.  Widespread damage was also seen in Spain and Portugal, including Madeira. At least 50 lives have been claimed in Europe due to Xynthia, and damage to private and commercial property is extensive.

Path of Storm

CAT teams from McLarens Young International (MYI) are already handling losses as a result of the storm, and adjusters are available to accept new instructions.

Contacts:

London
Andrew Brown
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7977 4794
Mobile: +44 (0) 7515 922890
andrew.brown@mclarensyoung.com

Nick Dewar
Tel: + 44 (0) 20 7977 4788
Mobile: +44 (0) 7545 439380
nick.dewar@mclarensyoung.com

Europe

Julian Worthington
Tel : + 33 1 44 70 66 35
Mobile: + 33 670 61 20 79
Email: julian.worthington@mclarensyoung.com

Madeira
John d’Ornelas
Mobile : + 33 607 325 428
Email : john.dornelas@mclarensyoung.com

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