American scientists have now released a warning that the state could experience a major quake. Scientists in the United States have issued a warning to the businesses and residents of Oklahoma that indicates that they could experience a major quake, and this has caused a spike in the purchasing of earthquake insurance policies. This is an unwelcome added expense for those that are already paying high premiums for tornado protection. Although ground tremors have never been much of a problem in Oklahoma, they do occur on occasion. During the last…
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Earthquakes send ripples through homeowners insurance industry in Oklahoma
Small quakes cause some concern in the homeowners insurance space A recent outbreak of earthquakes in Oklahoma has caused some waves in the homeowners insurance sector. Over the past month, several small earthquakes have been reported throughout the state. In many cases, these quakes are not large enough to cause any significant damage, often only knocking pictures or books from shelves. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, these quakes range in magnitude from 2.8 to 4.3, barely enough to be felt by anyone, but enough to cause some concern. Frequency…
Read MoreCalifornia at risk for major earthquake
Geologists meet in California to highlight earthquake concerns California is no stranger to earthquakes; indeed, thousands of seismic events of varying degrees happen every day in the state. Last week, concerns regarding a massive, nationwide earthquake were drummed up when more than 9 million people throughout the state participated in an earthquake drill. California insurers are well versed in the risks associated with earthquakes in the state. What has many insurers worried, however, are the risks associated with a nationwide catastrophe. The U.S. Geological Survey met with risk professionals in…
Read MoreInsurance industry may be confronted with rising sea levels
Report shows sea levels rising in the east coast The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has published a new report that documents the rate at which the sea level along the Atlantic Coast is rising. The report shows that the sea level in this region is rising three-to-four times faster than it is in other parts of the world. The report suggests that climate change could be playing a factor, as warming temperatures are having an effect in the far north. What higher sea levels could mean for the U.S. insurance…
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