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Secondary perils are increasingly making up the majority of natural catastrophe losses. These events, such as thunderstorms, floods, and wildfire, generally cause low-to-medium sized losses, compared to the more destructive ‘peak’ perils of hurricanes and earthquakes – and as a result, are often overlooked in comparison, in terms of resilience measures and insurance coverage.
However, these secondary perils are becoming a primary concern as they grow more frequent, more intense, and more costly. Individual events are causing more damage than ever before, while losses can quickly accumulate as a result of their more frequent nature. Their impact on your organization should, therefore, not be underestimated.
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In this report, we look at the changing nature of secondary perils, the growing losses they’re causing, and how you can build resilience against their impact, including:
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