Insured losses in the U.S. for the first six months of the year totaled $8.2 billion, far below the past 15 years' average of $11.2 billion, according to Munich Re's “U.S. Natural Catastrophes – First Half of 2015” report.

The Eastern United States set a new record (in terms of original loss dollars) in winter storm damage, with $2.9 billion.

Across the country, severe thunderstorm events caused $5.1 billion in insured loss. 

 

Below, additional findings from Munich Re's report. Click image to enlarge.

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