COLORADO SPRINGS, COLO. -- Insurance companies are now hard at work, reviewing thousands of claims from Waldo Canyon fire victims.

Chris Conner, Allstate Senior Communication Consultant said those who are having to file claims should always document every item in their home, even items they don't plan to keep. Photos and videos of homes

Insurance companies usually prepare for disasters like the Waldo Canyon Fire well in advance.

Conner said its their goal to help people put their lives back together as quickly as possible.

Reporter: Kyndel Lee-Bates