A severe bush fire ignited in the Pacific Palisades area of Los Angeles, destroying over 1,000 structures and leading to massive evacuations.
The damage from the Palisades Fire could surpass $10 billion, posing a severe test for California's already strained insurance market.
Recent insurance reforms necessitate companies to operate more in fire-prone areas, aiming to revive the state's insurance market.
Concerns arise that while coverage may increase, insurers might raise premiums due to the new regulations allowing price adjustments.
This situation reflects broader national issues with insurance in other states, with California's approach seen as a potential blueprint for addressing similar challenges.