Known as the 'Storm of the Century', this cyclonic storm formed in the Gulf of Mexico in mid-March and went on to wreak havoc across much of the east coast. The cold weather, heavy snowfall, high winds and storm surges affected 40% of the US population and caused £7.9 billion ($9.9bn) worth of damage when adjusted to today's values. A total of 318 people lost their lives and thousands of areas were left without power and suffered extensive property damage.

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