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NW Insurance Council News Releases
2022 News Releases
May 16, 2022
It's motorcycle season: More focus needed on safety and insurance from all drivers (WA, OR, ID)
May 11, 2022
Coast Guard reports significant increase in boating accidents, deaths, injuries during pandemic: Watercraft safety and insurance will keep you cruising this summer (WA)
Coast Guard reports significant increase in boating accidents, deaths, injuries during pandemic: Watercraft safety and insurance will keep you cruising this summer (OR)
Coast Guard reports significant increase in boating accidents, deaths, injuries during pandemic: Watercraft safety and insurance will keep you cruising this summer (ID)
May 4, 2022
Now is the time to prepare, reduce wildfire risk for your home & family: Join Wildfire Community Preparedness Day on Saturday, May 7 (WA, OR, ID)
April 28, 2022
Considering Pet Health Insurance for your furry, feathered or scaled family member? Here's what to know (WA, OR, ID)
April 22, 2022
Do you know what's covered/not covered in your auto policy? Most people don't, survey shows (WA, OR, ID)
April 12, 2022
Dog Bite Prevention Week: Dog bite related claims in U.S. rise again in 2021 (WA, OR, ID)
April 6, 2022
Distracted Driving Awareness Month: Washington's drivers are more focused on the road, distracted driving rate drops in 2021 (WA)
Distracted Driving Awareness Month: A distracted driving ticket could cost more than just the fine, insurers say (OR)
Distracted Driving Awareness Month: A distracted driving ticket could cost more than just the fine, insurers say (ID)
April 4, 2022
Severe Spring storms: Know what your Homeowners, Renters and Auto Insurance policies cover before the next storm hits (WA, OR, ID)
March 21, 2022
Oso Landslide's 8th anniversary offers sobering reminders, lessons for slide-prone NW (WA, OR, ID)
March 11, 2022
Shopping for a home? Put insurance on your shopping list, too (WA, OR, ID)
February 28, 2022
Survey reveals many home-based businesses are underinsured or uninsured (WA, OR, ID)
February 24, 2022
Nisqually earthquake 21st anniversary a reminder to consider disaster preparedness and insurance coverage (WA, OR, ID)
February 9, 2022
Don't get flagged: careless Super Bowl parties pose a risk for severe liability penalties (WA, OR, ID)
February 3, 2022
Is your Valentine's Day Gift insured? (WA, OR, ID)
January 27, 2022
Landslides: If your home or business is at risk, you need special coverage (WA, OR, ID)
January 17, 2022
The "once-a-year" checkup and 10 questions to ask your insurance agent or company (WA, OR, ID)
January 5, 2022
Snowstorms and Insurance: What to do and what to know (WA, OR, ID)
2021 News Releases
December29, 2021
Planning a New Year's Eve party? Before you host, know your (insurance) limits (WA, OR, ID)
December 20, 2021
December 8, 2021
Swarm of earthquakes strike off Oregon coast: Six things to know about preparation, response and insurance (WA, OR, ID)
December 1, 2021
Don't let Porch Pirates loot your packages! Should you file a stolen package claim with your insurance company? (WA, OR, ID)
November 22, 2021
Driving during the Thanksgiving holiday? Check the oil, the tires - and your auto insurance coverage (WA, OR, ID)
November 16, 2021
Concerned about floods, landslides during the rainy season? If you're at risk, you need special coverage (WA, OR)
November 12, 2021
Shopping more online? Working from home? Make sure you are cyber-secure (WA, OR, ID)
November 3, 2021
Winterize your home or business now to prevent costly damage and insurance claims (WA, OR, ID)
October 27, 2021
Frightening monster, ghosts and vampires? Not covered. But auto theft and property damage are! (WA, OR, ID)
October 25, 2021
"Bomb Cyclone" causes damage: What to know about storms and insurance (WA, OR)
October 19, 2021
"Great Shakeout" is a reminder for Washingtonians to be prepared - and to consider earthquake insurance (WA)
"Great Shakeout" is a reminder for Oregonians to be prepared - and to consider earthquake insurance (OR)
"Great Shakeout" is a reminder for Idahoans to be prepared - and to consider earthquake insurance (ID)
October 15, 2021
Honda Civic, Accord top the "10 most-stolen vehicles" list in WA; are you protected from auto theft? (WA)
Honda Civic, Accord top the "10 most-stolen vehicles" list in OR; are you protected from auto theft? (OR)
Chevrolet and Ford Pick-ups top the "10 most-stolen vehicles" list in ID; are you protected from auto theft? (ID)
October 14, 2021
Insurers to Kreidler: Help Consumers Today – Withdraw Your Proposed Permanent Credit Ban Rule
October 6, 2021
Attention drivers: lookout for deer, other wildlife, and consider Comprehensive and "PIP" coverage (WA)
Attention drivers: lookout for deer, other wildlife, and consider Comprehensive and "PIP" coverage (OR)
Attention drivers: lookout for deer, other wildlife, and consider Comprehensive and "PIP" coverage (ID)
October 1, 2021
Concerned about floods, landslides during the rainy season? If you're as risk, you need special coverage (WA, OR, ID)
September 21, 2021
Auto thefts rise nearly 10 percent in Washington, moves state to 8th worst in US, NICB reports (WA)
Auto thefts rise 9 percent in Oregon, moves state to 6th worst in US, NICB reports (OR)
Auto thefts in Idaho rise nearly 21 percent in 2020, NICB reports (ID)
September 8, 2021
Insurers taking proactive steps to help customers prepare for & respond to wildfires (WA, OR, ID)
September 7, 2021
National Preparedness Month: Insurance and preparation are keys to disaster survival and recovery (WA, OR, ID)
September 3, 2021
Kids starting college? Do your homework to make sure you have the right insurance (WA, OR, ID)
July 8, 2021
Fourth of July: fireworks spark concerns about safety and insurance (WA, OR, ID)
June 25, 2021
Parents: Graduation might bring some insurance changes (WA, OR, ID)
Parents: Keep your teenage driver safe - and your auto insurance affordable (WA, OR, ID)
Traveling by car this Memorial Day weekend? Check the oil, the tires, and your auto insurance (WA, OR, ID)
Grilling this Memorial Day weekend? A dash of common sense could prevent a fire emergency (WA, OR, ID)
Concerned about Volcano damage? What is and isn't covered if a NW volcano erupts (WA, OR)
Boating Season: watercraft safety and insurance will keep you cruising this summer (WA, OR, ID)
Prepare now before wildfire threatens your family and your property: Join Wildfire Community Preparedness Day on Saturday, May 1 (WA)
Prepare now before wildfire threatens your family and your property: Join Wildfire Community Preparedness Day on Saturday, May 1 (OR)
Prepare now before wildfire threatens your family and your property: Join Wildfire Community Preparedness Day on Saturday, May 1 (ID)
Dog bite related claims in 2020 decreased while total cost of claims increased: Insurers encourage proper training and pet care to avoid tragic injuries (WA)
Dog bite related claims in 2020 decreased while total cost of claims increased: Insurers encourage proper training and pet care to avoid tragic injuries (OR)
Dog bite related claims in 2020 decreased while total cost of claims increased: Insurers encourage proper training and pet care to avoid tragic injuries (ID)
Distracted Driving Awareness Month: A distracted driving ticket could cost more than just the fine, insurers say (WA)
Distracted Driving Awareness Month call attention to a deadly and costly problem: If you get a ticket, your insurance premium could be affected (OR)
Distracted Driving Awareness Month call attention to a deadly and costly problem: If you get a ticket, your insurance premium could be affected (ID)
Uninsured driver rate in WA a concern - and a reminder to review your auto coverage (WA)
Uninsured driver rate a concern - and a reminder to review your auto coverage (OR)
MEDIA ALERT: Insurance groups respond to Kreidler emergency rule banning insurance scoring in WA
Oso Landslide's seventh anniversary offers sobering reminders, lessons for slide-prone NW (WA, OR, ID)
NICB reports surge in catalytic converter thefts: Preliminary analysis shows spike in auto thefts, too (WA, ID)
NICB reports surge in catalytic converter thefts: Preliminary analysis shows spike in auto thefts, too (OR)
Make your own luck to get home safe on St. Patrick's Day: Getting a DUI is not only dangerous, but also expensive and will impact your auto insurance rates (WA, OR, ID)
Shopping for a home? Put insurance on your shopping list, too (WA, OR, ID)
Nisqually Earthquake 20th anniversary a reminder to consider disaster preparedness and insurance coverage (WA)
Nisqually Earthquake 20th anniversary a reminder to consider disaster preparedness and insurance coverage (OR)
Nisqually Earthquake 20th anniversary a reminder to consider disaster preparedness and insurance coverage (ID)
February 16, 2021
Is your Valentine's Day gift insured? (WA, OR, ID)
Snowstorms and Insurance: What to do and what to know (WA, OR)
February 5, 2021
Make the right call: careless Super Bowl parties pose a risk for COVID - and personal liability: Safety is paramount in 2021 - at home, and on their way home (WA, OR, ID)
January 26, 2021
Concerned about floods, landslide during the rainy season? If you're at risk you need special coverage (WA, OR, ID)
MEDIA ADVISORY: What to know about storm damage and insurance (WA, OR)
January 6, 2021
Concerned about floods, landslide during the rainy season? If you're at risk you need special coverage (WA, OR)
2020 News Releases
December 30, 2020
DUI Ticket: Driving impaired is dangerous, costly and will impact your auto insurance rates: Extra patrols deployed nationally through New Year's Day (WA)
DUI Ticket: Driving impaired is dangerous, costly and will impact your auto insurance rates: Extra patrols deployed nationally through New Year's Day (OR, ID)
December 23, 2020
December 18, 2020
December 15, 2020
Insurers support changes to help families in economic crisis; oppose Commissioner's ban on credit-based insurance scoring (WA)
December 2, 2020
November 24, 2020
Shopping Black Friday from home this year? Make sure you are cyber-secure (WA, OR, ID)
November 19, 2020
Winterize your home or business now to prevent costly damage and insurance claims (WA, OR, ID)
November 12, 2020
Stormy weather expected: What to know about storms and insurance (WA, OR, ID)
October 30, 2020
Frightening monsters, ghosts and vampires? Not covered. But auto theft and property damage are!
October 21, 2020
Parents: keep your teenage driver safe and your auto insurance affordable (WA, OR, ID)
October 19, 2020
7.5 earthquake shakes Alaska: Six things to know about preparation, response and insurance
October 13, 2020
"Great Shakeout" is a reminder for Washingtonians to be prepared - and to consider earthquake insurance (WA)
"Great Shakeout" is a reminder for Oregonians to be prepared - and to consider earthquake insurance (OR)
"Great Shakeout" is a reminder for Idahoans to be prepared - and to consider earthquake insurance (ID)
October 9, 2020
A distracted driving ticket could cost more than just the fine, insurers say (WA)
October 6, 2020
September 8, 2020
Wildfire threatening your home, vehicle or business? What to know (WA)
Wildfire threatening your home, vehicle or business? What to know (OR)
Wildfire threatening your home, vehicle or business? What to know (ID)
September 3, 2020
National Preparedness Month: Insurance and preparation are keys to disaster survival and recovery (WA)
National Preparedness Month: Insurance and preparation are keys to disaster survival and recovery (OR)
National Preparedness Month: Insurance and preparation are keys to disaster survival and recovery (ID)
August 27, 2020
Kids starting college? Do your homework to make sure you have the right insurance
August 20, 2020
Are you Wildfire-Ready? Creating your home inventory now can speed your insurance claim later
August 19, 2020
Another problem to blame on COVID-19: More children suffer dog bites, report shows (WA)
Another problem to blame on COVID-19: More children suffer dog bites, report shows (OR)
Another problem to blame on COVID-19: More children suffer dog bites, report shows (ID)
August 10, 2020
Cars and Teens: Here's the latest news about auto safety, reliability and insurance costs
July 28, 2020
Buying an RV so you can vacation during the pandemic? Make sure you have the right insurance
July 8, 2020
Many homes may be uninsured. Is your policy keeping up with your property?
July 1, 2020
Fourth of July: fireworks spark concerns about safety and insurance
June 29, 2020
New Idaho distracted driving law starts on July 1 - what drivers need to know
June 25, 2020
Are you Wildfire-Ready? Creating your home inventory now can speed your insurance claim later
June 24, 2020
DNR, Insurance Industry and Chelan County Fire Chief to host 'Wildfire Ready' Webinar July 1
June 17, 2020
Insurance trades respond to proposal to ban use of credit scores
June 10, 2020
Parents: keep your teenage driver safe and your auto insurance affordable
June 3, 2020
Media Alert: What to know about Personal & Commercial Insurance and civil unrest (WA, OR)
May 20, 2020
Washington state sees alarming increase in deadly motorcycle crashes this Spring (WA)
Going for a motorcycle ride? Keep safety top of mind and make sure you have insurance coverage (OR)
Going for a motorcycle ride? Keep safety top of mind and make sure you have insurance coverage (ID)
May 6, 2020
Making deliveries during the COVID-19 crisis for income? Make sure you have insurance coverage (WA)
Making deliveries during the COVID-19 crisis for income? Make sure you have insurance coverage (OR)
Making deliveries during the COVID-19 crisis for income? Make sure you have insurance coverage (ID)
May 1, 2020
You've mastered "social distancing." Now it's time to "distance" your home from wildfire risk (WA)
You've mastered "social distancing." Now it's time to "distance" your home from wildfire risk (OR)
You've mastered "social distancing." Now it's time to "distance" your home from wildfire risk (ID)
April 23, 2020
Saving money on insurance: stretch your insurance dollars without compromising coverage
April 9, 2020
Update on Home, Auto & Business (Property & Casualty) Insurance Response to COVID-19
April 1, 2020
March 31, 2020
Earthquake rattles Boise, ID and surround area
February 19, 2020
The "once-a-year check-up" and 10 questions to ask your insurance agent or company
FEBRUARY 11, 2020
Is Your Valentine's Day gift insured?
FEBRUARY 6, 2020
JANUARY, 30, 2020
Don't get flagged: careless Super Bowl parties pose a risk for severe liability penalties
2019 News Releases
PUBLIC POLICY
December 30, 2019
Attention motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians! New road rules in Washington to take effect Jan. 1
December 2, 2019
NW Insurance Council Statement in Response to Insurance Premium Tax (Policy Surcharge)
July 25, 2019
April 8, 2019
Proposed tax increase on home, auto & business insurance unfair to consumers, P&C insurers say
March 29, 2019
January 29, 2019
Proposed WA motorcycle helmet bill "misses the mark" on insurance; puts riders at risk
DISASTERS & PREPAREDNESS
December 19, 2019
"Pineapple Express" expected later this week: What to know about storms and insurance
October 22, 2019
Flood Insurance: Don't wait for flood waters to rise, consider coverage now
October 9, 2019
Snowstorms and Insurance: What to do and what to know (WA)
September 13, 2019
Flood Insurance: Don't wait for flood waters to rise, consider coverage now (WA)
Flood Insurance: Don't wait for flood waters to rise, consider coverage now (OR)
Flood Insurance: Don't wait for flood waters to rise, consider coverage now (ID)
September 5, 2019
National Preparedness Month: Insurance and preparation are keys to disaster survival and recovery (WA)
August 1, 2019
Wildfire threatening your home, vehicle or business? What to know (WA)
Wildfire threatening your home, vehicle or business? What to know (OR)
Wildfire threatening your home, vehicle or business? What to know (ID)
July 12, 2019
4.6 earthquake shakes Seattle region: Six things to know about preparation, response and insurance
May 28, 2019
Prepare now before wildfire threatens your family and your property
Oso Landslide's fifth anniversary offers painful reminders, lessons for slide-prone NW
YOUR INSURANCE POLICY
October 28, 2019
Frightening monsters, ghosts and vampires? Not covered. But auto theft and property damage are!
August 21, 2019
Kids off to college? Do your homework to make sure you have the right insurance
June 6, 2019
Parents: Graduation season might bring insurance changes
February 22, 2019
Life is full of changes, so be sure to review your insurance policies to make sure you're covered
AUTO
November 26, 2019
Driving during the Thanksgiving holiday? Check the oil, the tires – and your auto insurance coverage
October 3, 2019
Winter Driving Safety and Insurance: What to do and what to know before you go
September 24, 2019
August 16, 2019
Getting a ticket for DUI is not only dangerous and expensive, it will impact your auto insurance rates
Extra patrols deployed in Washington to look for impaired drivers
July 18, 2019
NICB reports good news for Washington vehicle owners: declining auto theft rates
NICB reports declining auto thefts in Oregon
Auto thefts down slightly in Idaho, NICB reports
May 23, 2019
Distracted Driving Awareness Month calls attention to a deadly and costly problem (ID)
Distracted Driving Awareness Month calls attention to a deadly and costly problem. If you get a ticket, your insurance premium could be affected (WA)
March 20, 2019
Collision claims are 9.7 percent higher in Washington due to legal marijuana, report says
January 25, 2019
HOMEOWNERS
December 13, 2019
Planning a holiday party? Before you host, know your (insurance) limits
December 5, 2019
Don't let Porch Pirates loot your packages! Should you file a stolen package claim with your insurance company?
November 19, 2019
It's getting cold out there! Be careful using space heaters, wood stoves and fireplaces
October 2, 2019
Winterize your home or business now to prevent costly damage and insurance claims
September 23, 2019
Thinking of renting out your home to make extra cash? Better check your insurance policy first
Fourth of July: fireworks spark concerns about safety and insurance (WA)
Fourth of July: fireworks spark concerns about safety and insurance (OR)
Fourth of July: fireworks spark concerns about safety and insurance (ID)
April 25, 2019
Dog bite insurance claims topped $11 million in Washington in 2018
Dog bite insurance claims topped $5 million in Oregon in 2018
Dog bite insurance claims topped $2 million in Idaho in 2018
March 12, 2019
Spring home maintenance can prevent damage insurance may not cover
February 13, 2019
Is your Valentine's Day gift insured?
January 31, 2019
Don't get flagged: careless Super Bowl parties pose a risk for severe liability penalties
February 5, 2019
Snowstorms and Insurance: What to do and what to know
MEDIA ALERTS
February 14, 2019
Snowstorms and Insurance: What to know
February 6, 2019