Ecuador declares state of emergency following 7.8 magnitude earthquake
18th April 2016
The epicentre was approximately 27km from Muisne. There have been approximately 230 aftershocks which has led to further damage being suffered by residents and businesses.
Ecuador’s emergency response services are in operation, with additional assistance provided by countries and organisations from around the world. Large regions of the country have seen widespread damage to infrastructure including the collapse of buildings, roads, bridges and coastal structures.
Together with our London team, Concordia’s Associate network in Latin America is highly experienced in the handling of catastrophe claims and is on standby to provide assistance to Insurers and Reinsurers with claims arising from the disaster.
In addition, our Compliance team are mobilised and able to assist with any post event claim support, claims review, cover holder or TPA assistance.
For immediate assistance please contact:
Ben Carroll in London on +44 7850 709 935, and by email at ben.carroll@concordiaconsultancy.com
Daniel Bloch in London on +44 7989 933 518, and by email at daniel.bloch@concordiaconsultancy.com
