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El Dorado County Faces Renewed Fire Insurance Challenges Amid Southern California Wildfires

Residents and officials call for comprehensive reforms as insurance policies remain costly and claims difficult to navigate

Cris Alarcon by Cris Alarcon
January 10, 2025
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El Dorado County Faces Renewed Fire Insurance Challenges Amid Southern California Wildfires

Disaster Readiness Workshops: https://www.westslopefoundation.org/preparedness/workshops

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The recent wildfires in Southern California have reignited concerns about the accessibility and effectiveness of fire insurance across the state, including in El Dorado County. In response to the devastation, Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara has invoked a mandatory one-year moratorium preventing insurance companies from canceling or non-renewing residential insurance policies in the affected areas.

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This action aims to provide immediate relief to homeowners, ensuring they retain coverage during this critical period. Commissioner Lara emphasized the importance of this measure, stating, “I call upon all property insurance companies to pause these non-renewals and cancellations and provide essential stability for our communities, allowing consumers to focus on what’s important at the moment, their safety and recovery.”

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For residents of El Dorado County, the situation is all too familiar. Jennifer McKim-Hibbard, who lost her home in Grizzly Flats during the 2021 Caldor Fire, reflects on the challenges of navigating fire insurance claims. Despite having coverage, she received only a fraction of the expected compensation, highlighting the complexities and potential inadequacies within the current insurance framework.

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McKim-Hibbard now serves as the deputy director of the West Slope Foundation, an organization dedicated to disaster preparedness, response, and recovery in El Dorado County. The foundation offers programs to educate community members on disaster preparedness, response, and recovery.

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The recent fires have also impacted the insurance industry significantly. Major insurers like State Farm and Allstate have previously halted new home insurance policy sales in California due to increased wildfire risks and rising costs.

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The state’s FAIR Plan, intended as a last-resort coverage option, is under strain as more homeowners turn to it for coverage, raising concerns about its sustainability and the affordability of premiums.

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As El Dorado County continues to recover from past wildfires and braces for future risks, the community’s resilience and proactive measures remain crucial. Engaging in preparedness workshops and advocating for comprehensive insurance reforms are steps residents can take to safeguard their homes and families.

We invite readers to share their experiences and thoughts on fire insurance in California. Have you faced challenges obtaining coverage? What steps have you taken to prepare for potential wildfires? Your insights can contribute to a broader understanding and help drive meaningful change.

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Cris Alarcon

Cris Alarcon

Former Member: Executive Board of Directors, Treasurer, Boys & Girl Club of El Dorado County Western Slope. - Former Member: Board of Directors, Treasurer, Food Bank of El Dorado County. - Opening Team Dealer at Red Hawk Casino - Retried EDC Elections Department Inspector. - Youngest Charter Member of the Hangtown Kennel Club. - Political Strategist and Campaign Manager.

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