Frankfurt: German reinsurance giant Munich Re said Wednesday that last month’s huge wildfires in Los Angeles had been the costliest “in the history of the insurance industry”. Munich Re, which acts as an insurer for insurers, said it expected some 1.2 billion euros ($1.3 billion) in loss claims from the fires. The estimate was “subject … Read more
More than 20 people were killed and over 13,000 structures destroyed in Januarys Los Angeles wildfire. Los Angeles: Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass removed Fire Chief Kristin Crowley on Friday for her handling of the wildfires in January that killed more than two dozen people and destroyed more than 13,000 structures, the mayor said in … Read more
Washington, United States: As fire-wrecked Los Angeles braces for a visit by President Donald Trump, many are worrying the mercurial Republican will yank the federal support the city needs to get back on its feet. Trump is due in the shell-shocked city for a few hours on Friday afternoon, where he will be able to … Read more
Castaic, United States: A new wildfire erupted north of Los Angeles on Wednesday, exploding in size and forcing tens of thousands of people to evacuate their homes, in a region already on edge after two deadly blazes. Ferocious flames were devouring hillsides near Castaic Lake, spreading rapidly to cover more than 8,000 acres (3,200 hectares) … Read more