The total, which could grow, came as New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said the state will need $41.9 billion, including $32.8 billion to repair and restore damaged housing, parks and infrastructure and to cover lost revenue and other expenses.u00a0

The figure also includes $9.1 billion to mitigate potential damage from future severe weather events, Cuomo said.

Neighbouring New Jersey, which saw massive damage to its transit system and coastline, suffered at least $29.4 billion in overall losses.