LV issues fire and subsidence warning amid heatwave
LV Insurance has warned that the claims for heat and fire have increased due to the extreme weather the UK is currently experiencing.
The warning comes following an increase in both fire and subsidence related claims, both of which have increased due to the weather.
According to the insurer, it is currently dealing with claims costs totalling £1.2m following the extreme heat and fire related incidents between 17-20 July.
FireIt detailed that the majority of claims were caused by a fire starting in a nearby open area or heathland which spread into homeowners’ gardens. Many claims involve the loss of garages, fences
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