MORE than 15,000 home insurance claims lodged across two states and a territory during autumn this year were the result of severe weather, with Capalaba ranking among the hardest hit in greater Brisbane.
That is according to NRMA insurance data, which has revealed more than half of all home claims in Queensland during March, April and May were related to severe weather.
It is the largest proportion since Cyclone Debbie ripped through the state in 2017, causing $3.5 billion in damages.
Despite the spike in claims, NRMA research found that almost 600,000 households in Queensland did not feel prepared for wild weather events.
NRMA direct claims executive general manager Luke Gallagher said it was concerning that many Queenslanders did not feel prepared to respond to severe weather.
"We know Queensland bears the brunt of Australia's tropical cyclones and storms and people across these communities understand the physical, financial and emotional impacts of severe weather," he said.
"Simple actions now can help prevent damage, which is why we encourage people to complete this month's first Saturday task to tie down any loose items in your yard, such as outdoor furniture.
"It doesn't take long to do but it can make a big difference when a storm hits."
Gold Coast was the region with the most home claims during the autumn period, followed by Brisbane's north-west suburbs, Sunshine Coast, Logan and Beaudesert.
NRMA research found a total of 48 per cent of Queensland residents did not have an emergency kit or plan, and 46 per cent admitted they had not checked if their insurance was adequate or up to date.
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