Experts say the massive winter storm hitting the American East is taking a multi-billion dollar toll on the U.S. economy. But exactly how much is hard to quantify.

Consumer Reports urges homeowners to document storm damage with photos and videos before repairs to maximize insurance claims. This proactive step can ensure comprehensive coverage and expedite the claims process.

File insurance claims as soon as possible. Give the insurance company all the information it needs and take photographs or videos of damage. If your home is damaged to the point you can’t live there, ask your insurance company if you have coverage for additional living expenses.

Follow the Clarion Ledger for the latest information the winter storm as it moves through Mississippi on Sunday.

A burst of severe thunderstorms late Sunday morning shut down Interstate 85 for nearly 12 hours while causing widespread outages, disrupting traffic, felling trees and damaging homes in Montgomery.

State officials are warning residents to remain off city streets as emergency responders clear roadways. Former FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell says its important to listen to local officials, and allow them to do their jobs.

Residents in the Belmont–Hillsboro neighborhood awoke Monday morning to widespread damage from overnight freezing rain, with heavy ice coating trees, power line

If a tornado is confirmed it will be given a rating on the Enhanced Fujita Scale, which runs from EF-0 to EF-5.