2008-09-01 23:22:01 -

www.safeco.com - Safeco (NYSE:SAF) claims professionals are mobilizing to aid customers affected by Hurricane Gustav.

"These storms have already caused significant damage over a wide area," said Robert Johnston, Safeco's National Catastrophe Claims leader. "Our goal is to provide immediate support and assistance to our customers when and where they need it."

Meanwhile, Safeco's

claims personnel are moving into impacted areas to assist customers, issue emergency funds to policyholders and expedite claims.

Safeco claims professionals are available to serve customers claims 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Customers who find damage to their vehicle, boat, home or business property should call 1-800-332-3226 to file a claim.

Full information about what to expect when filing a claim is available at Safeco's online catastrophe information center at www.safeco.com/safeco/claims.

Safeco, in business since 1923, is a Fortune 500 property and casualty insurance company based in Seattle. The company sells insurance to drivers, home owners, and owners of small- and mid-sized businesses principally through a national network of independent agents and brokers. Safeco is also one of the nation's leaders in the sale and service of surety bonds. More information about Safeco can be found at www.safeco.com.

Safeco
Jennifer Morgan, 206-473-6273 (Media)
jenmor@safeco.com
Cell: 206-931-4559
Paul Hollie, 206-473-5745 (Media)
pauhol@safeco.com
Cell: 206-399-8532