Oregon Division of Financial Regulation extends wildfire emergency order 30 days, keeping pause on cancellations in place

The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) issued a wildfire emergency order and bulletin in late July for people affected by the state's wildfire situation. That order was to expire this weekend. However, DFR extended it today for another 30 days to Sept. 29. The ZIP codes listed in the bulletin remain covered.

"Wildfire season is not over, and the last thing consumers should be worried about is receiving a cancellation or nonrenewal notice right now," said Oregon Insurance Commissioner TK Keen. "Extending this order gives consumers breathing room to focus on their families and recovery while making sure coverage stays in place."

As a reminder, this order requires all property and casualty insurance companies to take proactive measures to protect people in wildfire affected areas. The order:

• Suspends cancellations and nonrenewals
• Establishes a grace period for premium payments for all insurance policies issued, delivered, or covering a risk in the affected areas
• Extends deadlines for policyholders to report claims or submit other claims-related communications
• Requires all insurers to take all practicable steps to provide opportunities for policyholders to report claims

If your home or property was damaged by the wildfires, contact your insurance company as soon as possible to discuss your situation and learn next steps. If you still have concerns, the division's consumer advocates are here to help. Call 888-877-4894 (toll-free) or email [email protected].

Visit the DFR's wildfire insurance resource page to view the order, bulletin, and more insurance information.

Contact information
Jason Horton, public information officer
503-798-6376[email protected]