Daily Market Updates: Southern California wildfires spare most homes, but renew pressure on fire-zone cover

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Southern California wildfires spare most homes, but renew pressure on fire-zone cover

Monday, October 19, 2026 · Written up by our desk · Health Insurance

Insured losses look limited, but the fires come as California’s homeowners market is still recovering from January 2025.

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