June 27, 2025|
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|5 months agoStorm Damage in Switzerland Shows Dramatic Increase
Swiss insurance data reveals 126% rise in storm damage over past decade, with hail damage costs surging by 490%, pointing to climate change impact.
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- Storm damage frequency in Switzerland has increased by 126% over the last ten years.
- The accumulation of severe weather events between 2021 and 2024 is considered 'exceptional'.
- Claims have increased across all categories, including storms, floods, landslides, and rockfalls.
- Swiss cantons affected by severe weather in summer 2024 will receive additional government funds.
By The Numbers
133%
increase in storm damage costs
490%
increase in hail damage costs
366%
increase in reported hail damage claims
They Said
"We expect that the loss amounts will continue to rise in the future as a result of climate change."
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A Decade of Destruction
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The Hailstorm Crisis
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Climate Change: The New Reality
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