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RMS releases Australian storm model

18 August 2010

RMS has announced the phase one release of its Australia Severe Convective Storm Model, covering damage from hailstorm, water ingress, downburst winds, and tornadoes.

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Risk modelling firm Risk Management Solutions (RMS) has announced the phase one release of its Australia Severe Convective Storm Model, covering damage from hailstorm, water ingress, downburst winds, and tornadoes. 

These storms have been the largest driver of catastrophe loss in Australia over the past 40 years because of their high frequency. While not as damaging as most severe cyclones, severe convective storms are capable of generating losses in the billions of dollars,...


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