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As wildfire risk rises, more WA homeowners face nonrenewals on insurance

Washington’s snow drought has officials bracing for potentially severe wildfires this year. And as losses from wildfires increase, more and homeowners are facing nonrenewals on their insurance policies: that number has more than doubled since 2021.

The state insurance commissioner believes increased risk from wildfires is to blame.

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Bellamy Pailthorp covers the environment for KNKX with an emphasis on climate justice, human health and food sovereignty. She enjoys reporting about how we will power our future while maintaining healthy cultures and livable cities. Story tips can be sent to bpailthorp@knkx.org.