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Oct. 12 wildfire claims workshop to cover replacement estimates, debris removal, and individual claim assistance
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On October 12, there will be a workshop for wildfire survivors in Spokane to help them with their insurance claims. This workshop will cover important topics like how to estimate replacement costs, remove debris, and get individual assistance with claims. It is designed to help people who are feeling overwhelmed by the claims process after the Spokane Complex Fires.
Insurance agents should encourage clients affected by the wildfires to attend this workshop for valuable information and support. If they can't make it, recordings will be available online.
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October 06, 2026
OLYMPIA, Wash. — The Office of the Insurance Commissioner’s third Spokane workshop for wildfire survivors navigating the insurance claims process is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 12.
OIC insurance experts will provide tips on navigating the first couple of months of recovering from wildfire, including debris removal and replacement estimates, and individual claim assistance. The workshop will also include time for questions and one-on-one assistance.
Insurance Commissioner Patty Kuderer’s office began hosting the workshops in August in response to the Spokane Complex Fires.
“The insurance claims process can be overwhelming,” Kuderer said. “These in-person workshops will help guide you through each step of the process, from filing your claim to rebuilding.”
Workshops are scheduled for the second Monday of each month, from 6 – 8:30 p.m., at:
Spokane Falls Community College
Building 24 (sn-w’ey-mn), Auditorium Room 110
3410 W Whistalks Way, Spokane, WA 99224
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Parking is free in the evening; no parking pass is needed.
Register for the claims workshop
. If you are not able to attend, workshop
presentations are recorded and will be available to watch online
.
Other resources:
Wildfire recovery toolkit
Talk to an insurance expert
Wildfires and insurance