Ga. estimates $75M in insured losses from storms

A cluster of tornadoes that killed 15 people across Georgia inflicted at least $75 million in insured property losses, State Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner Ralph Hudgens said Monday. The commissioner said he expects the preliminary tally of damage caused by the 15 tornadoes that crossed the state starting Wednesday will grow as homeowners and businesses file claims in the coming days. Immediately after the storm, authorities in some hard-hit areas had discouraged residents and insurance adjustors from visiting damaged homes and properties so emergency crews could search for victims, clear debris and fix downed power lines.