David Eby visits Okanagan after 'horrific' fire

British Columbia Premier David Eby said a South Okanagan wildfire forced ~20,000 residents to evacuate and moved at an “unprecedented speed.” He warned the rapid spread may become a “new normal,” increasing climate- and disaster-related risk perceptions. Near-term market impact is likely more sentiment-driven than directly financial, but could affect insurance and regional risk pricing.

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British Columbia Premier David Eby said a South Okanagan wildfire forced ~20,000 residents to evacuate and moved at an “unprecedented speed.” He warned the rapid spread may become a “new normal,” increasing climate- and disaster-related risk perceptions. Near-term market impact is likely more sentiment-driven than directly financial, but could affect insurance and regional risk pricing.