Luxembourg's insurers have reported significant financial losses due to the aftermath of storms that struck on 29 June, causing widespread damage across the country.
The violent storms, which occurred on Saturday 29 June, resulted in extensive destruction: cars were damaged, homes flooded, and trees and buildings uprooted.
On Tuesday 16 July, the Association of Insurance Companies (ACA) disclosed that over 3,750 claims had been filed in response to the storm. The estimated cost of damages to homes and businesses amounts to approximately €22.5 million.
Flooding accounted for the majority of these costs, with a significant portion also attributed to wind damage, such as in Mersch where parts of the forest were destroyed.
Additionally, the storms damaged 374 vehicles, some of which are "permanently out of use," resulting in an additional €2 million in insurance claims. As a result, insurers have currently paid out a total of €24.5 million in compensation.
The ACA praised Météolux for its "efficient" communication, highlighting how timely warnings enabled residents to take necessary safety precautions.
Videos captured by residents depicted torrential downpours inundating towns like Differdange and Pétange. Several events were also cancelled, including parts of the Siren's Call festival.
