Tag: #wildfires

Record Insured Losses Predicted for 2025 Due to Natural Disasters, Swiss Re Reports

Natural disasters to cost $145 billion in insured losses in 2025, driven by Los Angeles wildfires, says Swiss Re.

#insurance, #natural disasters, #wildfires, #climate change

Extreme Fire Danger Warnings Issued in New Mexico Amid High Winds and Drought

High winds and low humidity escalate wildfire risks in New Mexico, prompting warnings and heightened preparedness efforts.

#new mexico, #wildfires, #fire danger, #weather alerts

Southeastern U.S. Wildfires in 2025: A Perfect Storm of Climate Challenges

March 2025 saw devastating wildfires in the Southeast U.S., fueled by hurricane debris and drought, highlighting complex recovery challenges.

#wildfires, #hurricane helene, #southeast us, #drought, #climate preparedness

Bipartisan Senators Unveil 'Fix Our Forests Act' to Combat Wildfire Crisis

Senators propose 'Fix Our Forests Act' to reform forest management amidst rising wildfires in the Western U.S.

#wildfires, #forest management, #legislation, #bipartisan, #environment

Southern California's January 2025 Wildfires Exacerbate Housing Crisis

Wildfires in Southern California destroy 17,000 structures, deepen housing crisis: Calls for federal aid and policy reform intensify.

#wildfires, #housing crisis, #california, #natural disasters, #insurance

Increase in Extreme Weather Events Experienced by 37% of Americans

A Gallup poll shows 37% of U.S. adults have faced extreme weather events in the past two years, with significant increases in the Western and Southern regions highlighting growing climate concerns.

#extreme weather, #gallup poll, #climate change, #us, #wildfires