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Global Catastrophe Recap: April 2021 2 Global Catastrophe Recap April 2021 Table of Contents Executive Summary 3 United States 4 Remainder of North America (Non-U.S.) 5 South America 5 Europe 5 Middle East 5 Africa 6 Asia 6 Oceania (Australia, New Zealand, South Pacific Islands) 7 Appendix: Updated 2021 Data 8 Additional Report Details 11 Contact Information 12 Global Catastrophe Recap: April 2021 2 Executive Summary . U.S. insurers face multi-billion-dollar losses as large hail drives thunderstorm loss costs despite low tornado tally . Historic cold snap in Central Europe prompts USD5+ billion economic cost to agriculture in France & Italy alone . Cyclone Seroja leaves hundreds dead or missing in Indonesia & East Timor before striking Western Australia 305 kph / 190 mph Maximum wind speed of Typhoon Surigae (1-min average); Strongest global tropical cyclone on record prior to June -20.6°C (-5.1°F) Record April low temperature in Slovenia following major cold spell on April 6 8,000 m (26,000 ft) Ash plume height following the April 9 eruption of La Soufrière volcano on St. Vincent; eruption rated VEI-4 6.5 in / 16.5 cm Estimated size of hailstone in Hondo, Texas on April 28; unofficially the largest recorded hailstone in state history Drought Earthquake EU Windstorm Flooding Severe Weather Tropical Cyclone Wildfire Winter Weather Other Global Catastrophe Recap: April 2021 3 United States Structures/ Economic Loss Date Event Location Deaths Claims (USD) 04/06-04/08 Severe Weather Plains, Midwest, Southeast 0 55,000+ 515+ million 04/09-04/11 Severe Weather Plains, Southeast 3 75,000+ 635+ million 04/12-04/14 Severe Weather Plains, Southeast 13 25,000+ 215+ million 04/15-04/16 Severe Weather Texas 0 50,000+ 975+ million 04/18-04/18 Severe Weather Southeast 0 2,500+ 25+ million 04/21-04/22 Severe Weather Northeast 0 5,000+ 75+ million 04/23-04/25 Severe Weather Plains, Southeast 1 Thousands 100s of millions 04/27-04/30 Severe Weather Plains, Northeast 0 Thousands 1+ billion Severe storms associated with a deepening low-pressure system impacted portions of the Central Plains and Middle and Lower Mississippi Valley between April 6-8. On April 8, extensive hail damage was incurred along a corridor between Hamilton and Brazos counties (including Bryan and College Station). Total economic losses were estimated beyond USD500 million, with most of the damage expected to be covered by insurance. A regional severe weather outbreak unfolded across the Southern Plains, Lower Mississippi Valley, and the Southeast between April 9-11. Impacts included damaging tornadoes, strong straight-line winds, and very large hail. Historic hailstones reaching 4.0 inches (10.2 centimeters), larger than a softball, generated widespread damages in coastal Alabama. Total economic losses were estimated at USD635 million. Most of the damage was likely to be insured. Rounds of severe weather, including strong winds, large hail, and localized flooding impacted the Southern Plains and Gulf Coast States between April 12-14. Significant wind damage affected coastal Louisiana. A capsized boat in the Gulf of Mexico resulted in five confirmed fatalities, while eight remained missing. Total economic losses were estimated at USD215 million. Severe storms and supercells produced large and damaging hail across central and southeastern Texas on April 15 – particularly in densely populated regions of Burney, Williamson, and Travis Counties (north of Austin). Widespread exterior structural and vehicular damage occurred. Total economic losses were estimated at USD975 million. A frontal system enhanced showers and thunderstorms across the northeastern Florida Peninsula on April 18. Large hail and strong winds impacted portions of Flagler and Volusia counties. A tornado in Marion County resulted in damage to trees, power poles, and a warehouse. Total economic losses were expected into the millions (USD). A line of severe storms impacted the Northeast and New England on April 21. Strong straight-line winds resulted in property and roofing damage, downed trees, and power outages. Regions in Connecticut and Massachusetts were particularly impacted. Unseasonably cold air in the wake of the storms prompted freeze watches and warnings which spanned from the Southern Plains to the Great Lakes and Appalachians. A deep upper level trough triggered a severe weather outbreak across the Southern Plains and Southeast between April 23-25. A well-defined squall-line resulted in notable property and vegetation damage across the central Gulf Coast. Isolated tornadoes and very large hail were impactful in regions of Texas, Alabama, and Georgia. Total economic and insured losses were each expected to reach well into the hundreds of millions (USD). Thunderstorms, flash flooding, and strong winds impacted the central High Plains, Southern Pains, Mississippi Valley, and Northeast between April 27-30. On April 28, destructive hailstorms left extensive damage to homes, vehicles, and vegetation in highly populated urban centers in Texas and Oklahoma – including San Antonio, Fort Worth, and Norman. Total economic losses were anticipated to well exceed USD1 billion; most of which is due to hail on April 28 and will be insured. Global Catastrophe Recap: April 2021 4 Remainder of North America (Non-U.S.) Structures/ Economic Loss Date Event Location Deaths Claims (USD) 04/03-04/12 Flooding Haiti 7+ 2,676+ Unknown 04/09-04/30 Volcano St. Vincent 0 Unknown 325+ million Heavy rainfall across northern Haiti beginning on April 3 resulted in numerous instances of flooding and flash flooding. The departments of Nord Est, Nord Ouest, and Nord – including the city of Cap Haïtien were most affected. At least seven deaths were reported, and 2,676 residences were impacted to varying degrees. Additional impacts to cropland and livestock were enhanced by rising rivers and floodwater. Major explosive eruptions at La Soufrière Volcano on the Caribbean island of St. Vincent began on April 9. At least 16,000 people were evacuated from danger zones across the island. Ash and pyroclastic flows severely affected the nation’s infrastructure and water supply, while devastating local crops and native vegetation. A preliminary damage assessment cited physical damage at USD300 million (including USD150 million to homes & agriculture and USD150 million to infrastructure). An additional USD20 to 30 million is required to clean up other damage impacts. South America Structures/ Economic Loss Date Event Location Deaths Claims (USD) 03/01-04/30 Flooding Colombia 52 9,325+ 10s of millions 04/19-04/21 Flooding Brazil 0 3,000+ Millions Seasonal flooding (March-June) continued in Colombia throughout the month of April. According to the National Unit for Disaster Risk Management, total death toll due to a combination of flooding and landslides increased to 52, while more than 9,300 homes were damaged or destroyed. Heavy rainfall and flooding resulted in a state of emergency for the municipality of Oriximiná, located in northern Brazilian state of Pará on April 22. The floods damaged at least 3,000 homes to varying degrees. Additional impacts to roadways, infrastructure, and crops were incurred. Total economic losses were expected in the millions (USD). Europe Structures/ Economic Loss Date Event Location Deaths Claims (USD) 04/05-04/08 Winter Weather Western & Central Europe NA NA 5+ billion Western and central regions of Europe experienced a significant cold spell with in the first week of April. Numerous locations recorded record April lows, with temperatures well below freezing. Late spring frost caused significant damage to viticulture, flowering fruit trees, and other vegetation. Preliminary estimates suggest an economic impact reaching into the billions (EUR); most notably in France and Italy. Middle East Structures/ Economic Loss Date Event Location Deaths Claims (USD) There were no significant natural disasters in the Middle East in the month of April. Global Catastrophe Recap: April 2021 5 Africa Structures/ Economic Loss Date Event Location Deaths Claims (USD) 02/01-04/30 Flooding Burundi 0 2,000+ Unknown 04/07-04/30 Flooding Kenya 0 4,500+ Unknown 04/18-04/20 Wildfire South Africa 0 11 10s of millions 04/19 Flooding Angola 24 2,350+ Millions Historical levels of Lake Tanganyika combined with heavy rains have resulted in notable coastal flooding in parts of Burundi since February. According to the United Nations, at least 2,000 people were displaced. Adverse effects of the current rainy season from March to May (so-called long rains) were felt during the month in parts of Kenya, with counties of Tana River, Busia, Kisumu, Garissa, and Marsabit among the worst affected. The Kenya Red Cross estimated that nearly 4,500 households were displaced from April 7 to the end of the month. The campus of the University of Cape Town and the adjacent area of the Table Mountain National Park in South Africa were affected by a wildfire on April 18. The fire caused significant damage to historical university buildings and library collections. Total economic damage is expected to go into the hundreds of millions (ZAR) or higher. Notable flash flooding caused significant damage in Luanda Province on April 19. According to the Provincial Civil Protection Commission, at least 24 people were killed, while more than 11,000 were displaced. Nearly 2,300 homes were damaged and at least 60 were destroyed, along with 14 affected schools and four healthcare facilities. Asia Structures/ Economic Loss Date Event Location Deaths Claims (USD) 04/03-04/05 Cyclone Seroja Indonesia, Timor-Leste 272 75,000+ 475+ million 04/10 Earthquake Indonesia 8 1,350+ Millions 04/17-04/21 Typhoon Surigae Philippines 10 3,000+ 10+ million 04/23 Other India 16 Dozens Negligible 04/28 Earthquake India 0 600+ Millions 04/30 Severe Weather China 11 6,000+ 2.5+ million Cyclone Seroja triggered flash flooding and prompted massive landslides in southeastern Indonesia and Timor-Leste between April 3-5, resulting in at least 272 fatalities in Indonesia (230) and East Timor (42).
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