Central Oregon homeowners facing skyrocketing insurance rates due to wildfire risks: report

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- Wildfire preparation is getting tougher and pricier in central Oregon, as Farmers Insurance recently canceled policies for 200 homeowners near Sisters, forcing homeowners to pay sky-high premiums, according to a report. 

Karen Whisler, one of the homeowners with a canceled policy, told Central Oregon Daily her insurance policy went from $5,000 per year with a $500 deductible to $10,000 per year with a $10,000 deductible.

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