Global demand for data centers is driving construction growth, but rising costs, labor shortages, and climate risks are reshaping insurance pricing and underwriting strategies.
Following tornadoes and severe storms on March 15, Kentucky is allowing unlicensed emergency adjusters to temporarily register and operate in three affected counties.
A tornado touched down near Orlando, Florida, striking a TV station during a live weather broadcast. Meteorologist Brooks Garner stayed on air as the storm passed over the studio.
Maryland saw 165 wildfires in 2024, burning 953.4 acres. Arson was the leading cause, while the Eastern region had the most fires and acres burned. Learn more about key trends.
Traditional models for assessing severe convective storm risk rely on broad proxies like ZIP codes and roof age. AI-driven property-specific models offer insurers a more precise approach.
Over 33,000 insurance claims have been filed following the Los Angeles County wildfires, with insurers paying $6.9 billion to date. California’s insurance commissioner has issued orders to expedite claim payments and prevent policy cancellations.
A new Lloyd’s systemic risk scenario reveals that a hypothetical extreme solar storm could result in a global economic loss of $2.4 trillion over five years.
Thieves have stolen nearly $2 million worth of Nike sneakers from BNSF trains in California and Arizona in a series of well-coordinated heists since last March. Despite multiple arrests, including a suspected ringleader, the thefts persist.
Texas beekeepers have lost nearly two-thirds of their honey bee colonies, threatening pollination services and increasing produce costs. Experts cite multiple factors but lack a clear cause.
With soaring premiums and industry instability, Florida lawmakers are pushing for reforms in home and auto insurance. Transparency, incentives, and technology may offer relief, but challenges remain.
As extreme weather events grow in frequency and severity, insurers must adapt through innovation, risk modeling, and new risk transfer strategies to remain viable.
A new AI-driven study by ZestyAI finds that $2.15 trillion worth of U.S. residential property is at high risk of wildfire damage, affecting millions of homes beyond historically fire-prone regions.
While home insurance premiums rise across the U.S., Maine has maintained stability, experiencing a rate decrease in 2024. Geography and low disaster risk contribute to its resilience.
Oswego County officials report at least 26 roof collapses following record snowfall, prompting emergency measures and rescue efforts as structural risks continue to rise.
