State Farm General asked Monday for an emergency rate increase averaging 22%, saying the Los Angeles County fires have put California's largest insurer in dire financial straits.

Citing the "dire" financial situation they're facing after the Los Angeles wildfires, State Farm General has asked California officials for an emergency interim rate increase. The rate hike could work out to an average increase of 22% for California homeowners, State Farm General revealed Monday.

State Farm on Monday requested California state officials approve an emergency interim rate increase, averaging 22 percent for homeowners in the Golden State. Rental dwelling policies would also face an increase, 38 percent, while tenants would see a 15 percent hike. All changes would be effective May 1 if approved, multiple outlets report.