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The devastating floods in Texas are a sobering reminder of the growing risks facing our communities and the urgent need for stronger preparedness, infrastructure, and insurance solutions. Our thoughts are with all those affected as recovery efforts continue.

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Top 10 Articles Of The Week

U.S. wildfires have nearly doubled compared to the same time in 2024, with over 36,000 fires burning 2 million acres. Alaska leads in active fires while annual wildfire costs average $3.3 billion.

A data-driven property risk strategy is critical amid extreme weather, inflation, and shifting risk zones. The article outlines best practices for insurers and risk advisors to protect property portfolios.

Colorado State University has slightly reduced its 2025 hurricane forecast due to increased Caribbean wind shear. The season is still expected to be more active than average.

Swiss Re projects that new U.S. tariffs will weaken global GDP and limit insurance premium growth. Non-life premiums are forecasted to rise only 2.0 percent this year.

Inshur secured $35 million in funding to scale its embedded auto insurance platform in the U.S. and enhance AI capabilities for autonomous fleet coverage. The company recently crossed one million UK policies sold.

Flood victims in Texas are turning to uninsured assistance funds after a major insurer exited the market. Local agencies are working quickly to address increasing claims and fill the coverage gap.

Medicare Quality Improvement Organizations helped save $4.7 billion between 2022 and 2024. They now advocate for broader access to data and digital solutions to drive better health outcomes.

Toggle, a renters insurance product from Farmers, is winding down operations in Arkansas and Mississippi. Policyholders are being transitioned back to the core Farmers Insurance brand.

Swiss Re reports that newly imposed U.S. tariffs are likely to slow economic growth and limit premium gains. Non-life insurance premiums are projected to grow by only 2 percent this year.

A rise in false advertising lawsuits is exposing gaps in traditional liability and cyber insurance. Insurers are beginning to explore new coverages to address this emerging risk.

Focus Of The Week: The devastating floods in Texas are a sobering reminder of the growing risks facing our communities and the urgent need for stronger preparedness, infrastructure, and insurance solutions. Our thoughts are with all those affected as recovery efforts continue.

Central Texas continues recovery efforts after catastrophic flash flooding that left at least 118 people dead. Authorities stress the need for improved alert systems and community preparedness.

A commentary on the Texas flood disaster highlights systemic vulnerabilities beyond emergency response. Public awareness and community planning played key roles in the tragedy's severity.

Emergency teams and volunteers acted swiftly after campers went missing in Texas floods. The event underscores the unpredictability of flash floods in rural areas.

Flash floods in the southeastern U.S. remain the deadliest weather threat, but insurance coverage in high-risk areas is low. Recent storms have renewed calls for closing the protection gap.

Heavy rains from Chantal's remnants flooded roads and homes in North Carolina. Dozens of residents were evacuated as emergency responders worked to restore access and safety.

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