As the risks of catastrophic wildfires grow, major insurance trade groups are urging lawmakers to act decisively. Several associations sent a joint letter supporting the reintroduction of the Fix Our Forests Act (H.R. 8790) to strengthen wildfire prevention efforts.
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Closing the Gap: Solutions to Address Wildfire Insurance Challenges in California
As wildfires become a growing threat in California, many residents face an uncertain future regarding home insurance. Recent legislative efforts aim to provide relief and address the challenges posed by a strained insurance market in fire-prone areas.
Update on California Wildfires
Firefighting aircraft bombarded steep hillside terrain with water and retardant Saturday to try to halt the eastward march of the Palisades wildfire, which has now burned more than 22,000 acres (8,900 hectares), officials said.
Oregon Implements Tough New Building Codes for Homes in High Wildfire Zones
Oregon unveils new wildfire hazard maps that impose stricter building codes and vegetation management requirements for homeowners in high-risk areas.
Los Angeles Residents Scramble to Evacuate as ‘Life-Threatening’ Winds Intensify
A fast-moving wildfire broke out in the Los Angeles hillsides on Tuesday, pushing residents to evacuate as powerful winds fanned flames across dry brush.
California Mandates Insurers Cover Fire-Prone Areas Amid Wildfire Risks
California is taking a historic step to address its insurance crisis in wildfire-prone areas. Under a new state regulation announced recently, insurers withdrawing from high-risk zones must return if they wish to continue doing business in the state.
New York and New Jersey Face Record Wildfire Threat
As the Jennings Creek wildfire continues to burn across New York and New Jersey, authorities report that the massive blaze is only 20% contained.
PG&E to Face Manslaughter Trial Over Deadly California Fire
A judge ruled that Pacific Gas & Electric will face manslaughter charges for its role in a Northern California wildfire that killed four people in 2020.
California Weighs Overhauling Utility Regulator After PG&E Bankruptcy
Gov. Gavin Newsom is considering overhauling California’s regulator of power and water companies as he and other state leaders race to prepare for another wildfire season. Mr. Newsom, a Democrat, discussed the idea at a meeting with legislative leaders and analysts from S&P Global Ratings in his office last week, according to people with knowledge… Continue reading California Weighs Overhauling Utility Regulator After PG&E Bankruptcy
Verizon Apologizes for Throttling Fire Department’s Data During Wildfire
Verizon on Friday apologized for throttling the data speeds for a fire department as it was battling the largest recorded wildfire in California’s history. “In supporting first responders in the Mendocino fire, we didn’t live up to our own promise of service and performance excellence when our process failed some first responders on the line,… Continue reading Verizon Apologizes for Throttling Fire Department’s Data During Wildfire