Jim Noland State Farm

Some of life's most beautiful moments call for a fresh look at your insurance needs. Here are seven key milestones when we should chat: ow.ly/Y1RP50Dp8qT

Customers impacted by winter storms can file a claim online, through the State Farm mobile app, by calling 1-800-SFCLAIM or by contacting my office. Learn more: ow.ly/3ap850DyXJk

Winter storms can pose risks. Consider these safety tips to help protect your family and home:

• Use flashlights instead of candles if you lose power to reduce the risk of fire

• Keep space heaters away from flammable materials like curtains and furniture, and never leave them unattended

• Prevent frozen pipes by turning on both the hot and cold faucets to allow a small, continuous drip

• Keep outside stairs and walkways free of snow and ice

Heavy accumulations of snow, ice and rain can lead to water damage and even roof collapse. If buildup occurs, the safest option is to hire a snow removal contractor. If you do the work yourself, use a specially designed roof rake to gently pull snow off the roof from the safety of the ground.

Long before the calculator app on a smartphone, machines like this were used. This is one of the first computers used by State Farm to perform complex calculations to figure rates and cash values of life insurance policies.