Homeowners Insurance Headlines
- Homes destroyed by Nevada wildfire
A fast-moving wildfire in Nevada continues to threaten more than 100 homes, with many structures already destroyed. May 23, 2012 - Researchers hope to better understand tornado damage
Several weather researchers are gearing up for a new project which hopes to better understand how tornadoes work and cause damage. May 22, 2012 - Total costs from Minneapolis tornado reach $80 million
Combining the costs for property owners, taxpayers, donors and homeowners insurance companies in the wake of the tornado which hit Minneapolis last year, damage totals have now been estimated at $80 million, according to the Star Tribune. May 21, 2012 - Analysis shows more than $2B of insurance claims from Joplin tornado
A recent review of auto, business and homeowners insurance claim data shows that insurance companies have paid out more than $2 billion to the victims of the massive tornado that hit Joplin, Missouri, nearly one year ago. May 18, 2012 - Recovery continues for Michigan tornado victims
Two months after a tornado in Dexter, Michigan, left hundreds of homes damaged, residents there are continuing to pick up the pieces. May 17, 2012 - House to pass short-term flood insurance extension
The U.S. House of Representatives will consider a short-term extension to the National Flood Insurance Program in order to avoid another lapse in the program. May 16, 2012 - Many consumers still hold hurricane safety myths
With hurricane season officially starting in less than a month, many homeowners are preparing for the stormy part of the year. May 15, 2012 - Florida officials say catastrophe fund cash reserves insufficient
Officials in charge of the Florida Hurricane Catastrophe Fund say the fund could be significantly short of money if a major hurricane were to strike the state this year. May 14, 2012 - Florida officials approve emergency shelter plan
The Florida Cabinet, along with Governor Rick Scott, have announced their approval for the 2012 Statewide Emergency Shelter Plan. May 11, 2012 - Lightning from Arizona storm causes house fires
A powerful but fast-moving storm that hit the Phoenix area Wednesday left behind multiple reports of damage, according to local news sources. May 10, 2012 - Alabama lawmakers pass bills to reduce homeowners insurance costs
Legislators in Alabama have passed a series of bills that are intended to cut the cost of homeowners insurance coverage in the state and are now headed to the governor. May 09, 2012 - IBHS reminds homeowners of wildfire threats
In light of California Wildfire Awareness Week, the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety is working to remind homeowners there and across the country about the risks wildfires can pose. May 08, 2012 - Accidental fire destroys PA home
Fire officials say an accidental blaze Sunday has caused significant damage to a Pennsylvania house, pushing a family out of their home. May 07, 2012 - April weather disasters cause more than $1B in U.S. insured losses
The many severe weather events which swept across parts of the U.S. last month resulted in significant damages, according to data from Aon Benfield. May 04, 2012 - Insurance companies responding to NY hail claims
Auto and homeowners insurance agents near Albany are dealing with numerous reports of damage after storms dumped hail on the area. May 03, 2012 - Oklahoma lawmakers pass bill limiting liability
Officials in Oklahoma say they expect a recent bill, which would limit the liability of businesses and homeowners following a disaster, to be signed into law shortly. May 02, 2012 - Homeowners urged to review coverage as hurricane season nears
With the official start of hurricane season just a month away, insurance experts are urging homeowners to review their coverage and answer any policy questions they may have. May 01, 2012 - Weather patterns increasing wildfire risks
As evidenced by a number of recent fires, some experts say that the current weather in place across much of the country is providing the ideal conditions for potential wildfires. April 30, 2012 - Rare overnight tornadoes damage Colorado homes
A series of relatively rare overnight tornadoes have caused a number of Colorado homeowners insurance claims. April 27, 2012 - FEMA continues to push for further flood insurance extension
There are only five weeks left until the National Flood Insurance Program's scheduled expiration date on May 31. That approaching deadline is prompting the Federal Emergency Management Agency to push for it to be reauthorized. April 26, 2012
