Afterburn: The Impacts of the California Wildfires on Insurance

In January 2025, fourteen different wildfires caused extensive damage across Southern California. While wildfires are not uncommon in this region, the severity, frequency, and proximity to the second-largest metropolitan area in the country have made these blazes a topic of nationwide conversation. The insurance industry is at the forefront of the discussion, and we’ve put together our thoughts on the impact of the fires on insurance premiums and coverage availability in this Chartwell bulletin.

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