Wildfires & their destruction
Deadly and destructive wildfires have destroyed or damaged thousands of homes and businesses across the globe, and have caused billions of dollars in insured losses in recent years.
October 17, 2017
Understanding how property is valued after a fireWhen the wildfire smoke clears along the Pacific coast, property insurance policyholders will be faced with filing claims that may be complicated by California's status as a 'valued policy' state.
August 02, 2018
California takes action to assist wildfire survivorsState officials have set in place several initiatives to help residents in the aftermath of the deadly Carr wildfires.
April 17, 2018
The rise of CAT claimsFollowing a year of catastrophic wildfire and weather-related claims, insurers are addressing some of the challenges arising from these losses.
June 11, 2018
PG&E sees 'significant liability' in California wildfiresCal Fire said Friday that PG&E equipment caused at least 12 of the wine country blazes.
January 04, 2018
California says wildfires are making home insurance unaffordableMore frequent and intense wildfires are making it harder for homeowners to find and keep insurance in California, a state regulator warned Thursday.
August 13, 2018
Facing $17 billion in wildfire damages, a CEO blames climate changeScientists tend to agree with that assessment.
August 13, 2018
3 things you don't know about travel insurance coverage for wildfires but shouldWhether your home or travel destination is in the fire's path, travel insurance may be able to help.