Experts estimate that 90 percent of the priceless artworks and relics from the cathedral were saved. A leading insurance adjuster Michel Honore has issued high praise to the Notre Dame cathedral evacuation plan and those who carried it out. He stated that it was because of this process and the cool-headedness of those who executed the contingency plan that about 90 percent of the cathedral’s relics, artwork and other treasures were saved. Despite the widespread damage from the heartbreaking fire in the 12th century cathedral, much was saved. Honore is…
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Notre Dame fire insurance is non-existent, but donations for repairs are high
The French State owned cathedral was self-insured as there isn’t coverage available for priceless artwork and structures. The devastating and heartbreaking Notre Dame fire was watched from around the world. Thoughts and prayers poured in to Paris expressing sympathy for the loss of so much of the historical and religious structure. At the same time, many were asking who would have to foot the bill to have it rebuilt. The cathedral was 856 years old at the time of the Notre Dame fire. It was irreplaceable unto itself but also…
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