Does your homeowners insurance policy cover earthquakes and floods?
Most homeowners insurance policies exclude these. Consumers need to pay extra to have them covered.
See the Planet Money article “Bedbugs, Lava, and Bowling Balls: Inside My Homeowners Insurance Policy” for more information on what your policy may not cover.

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