Catastrophe Risks

CCRIF SPC Making $40 Million Earthquake Payout to Haiti

August 24, 2021

CCRIF SPC will make an approximately $40 million payout to the government of Haiti following the 7.2 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on August 14. A CCRIF statement said the payout represents the full coverage limit under Haiti's parametric insurance policy for earthquake for the 2021–2022 policy year. Read More


Swiss Re Sets First-Half Catastrophe Insured Losses at $40 Billion

August 16, 2021

Estimated insured losses from natural catastrophes during the first half of 2021 reached $40 billion, according to the Swiss Re Institute. It was the second-highest first-half insured natural catastrophe loss on record, following 2011, Swiss Re said. Man-made disasters were responsible for another $2 billion in insured losses. Read More


Colorado State Researchers Decrease Hurricane Forecast Slightly

August 11, 2021

Researchers at Colorado State University have provided their latest update to their 2021 Atlantic hurricane season forecast, decreasing their forecast slightly. The updated forecast still calls for a slightly above-average 2021 season. The new forecast predicts 18 named storms this year, including 7 hurricanes. Read More


NOAA Increases Likely Named Storm Total in Updated 2021 Forecast

August 5, 2021

The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued an updated 2021 Atlantic hurricane season forecast, calling for 15 to 21 named storms, including 7 to 10 hurricanes. NOAA's latest forecast said 3 to 5 of those storms could become major hurricanes of Category 3 or greater. Read More


COVID-19 Pandemic Continues To Underscore the Need To Build Resilience

August 2, 2021

As businesses continue to recover from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the experience has underscored the importance of risk readiness and risk resilience. An Aon survey found that post-pandemic, building a resilient workforce is a top priority, with many companies focusing on operational resilience and retaining key employees. Read More