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California Implements Moratorium on Homeowners Insurance Cancellations Amid Ongoing Wildfires

California Insurance Commissioner announces a one-year moratorium on cancellations of homeowners insurance in fire-affected areas as wildfires wreak havoc.

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California’s home insurance market needs urgent reform because homeowners are making this a risky choice due to a lack of affordable options.
1 in 10 Homeowners in Los Angeles County Uninsured, May Lose Life’s Savings in Fires: Report
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While this moratorium is more than welcome, California homeowners also need long-term solutions.
California homeowners get new protection from insurance cancellations
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Our top priority is protecting Californians during this crisis and helping us recover.
California bans insurance cancellation, non-renewals in LA areas affected by fires
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Updated: Jan 10th, 2025, 11:09 PM ET

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In response to devastating wildfires in Southern California, a one-year moratorium on homeowners insurance cancellations has been implemented. This order by Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara affects numerous areas impacted by the Palisades and Eaton wildfires, preventing insurers from dropping or not renewing policies. The fires have destroyed over 10,000 properties and resulted in at least ten deaths. While this moratorium provides significant relief to affected homeowners, experts warn of persistent challenges in the California insurance market, highlighting the need for urgent reform in affordable insurance options.

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