Following Hurricane Helene’s damage along Florida’s Gulf Coast, insurance rates across the state are expected to rise, according to Steve Gensolin, owner of Little Star Insurance Agency in Altamonte Springs. Though Central Florida faced less severe effects, the storm’s impact on the Big Bend area will inevitably influence property insurance costs statewide. Gensolin emphasized that Florida’s high population density and vulnerability to hurricanes contribute to the elevated insurance premiums residents pay compared to other states. He advised that personal safety remains paramount during hurricane season, as insurance can only address property damage post-event.
