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AM Best: Insured Losses in Washington, Spokane-Area Wildfires Highlight the New Normal

Over 10,000 acres of uncontained, fast-moving wildfires have destroyed hundreds of homes, according to a newly released Best's Commentary discussed by AM Best Senior Director Sridhar Manyem. . . .

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