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Wildfires Driving Up Home Insurance Costs | France News
France’s wildfire crisis is sending shockwaves through homeowners’ wallets, with fires now topping the list of home insurance claims and costing insurers over two billion euros last year. This year’s devastation promises higher premiums—especially in fire-prone zones—as rising claims and material costs push average rates up 13%, with some regions seeing steeper hikes. If your home suffers wildfire damage, file a claim within five days (or up to August 31st for affected areas like Gironde, Landes, and Var), document everything with photos and receipts, and avoid touching damaged property until…
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