September 24, 2025|
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|2 months agoStorm Damage Hits 20-Year High in Switzerland
Natural disasters in 2024 caused CHF904 million in damages, marking the costliest year for storm-related incidents since 2005
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- Natural disasters caused CHF 904 million in damages in Switzerland in 2024.
- 2024 was the costliest year for storm-related incidents in Switzerland since 2005.
- 13 people died due to storms in 2024, the highest number since 2000.
- Almost 85% of the annual damage occurred in June 2024.
- Major storms hit Misox, Valais, and Ticino on June 21, 29, and 30.
By The Numbers
CHF 904 million
Total damage cost
13
Fatalities
85%
Percentage of damage in June
126%
Increase in storm damage frequency
They Said
"Storm damage has increased by 126% in the last ten years. Costs have risen by 133% in the same period."
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