State Department of Transportation to accept claims for motorist towing costs

The state Department of Transportation will reimburse motorists for "reasonable towing costs" associated with last week's storm.

In a statement issued by the department Monday, motorists who required towing during the historic blizzard can apply for reimbursement.

State officials said people can apply if their vehicle was stranded on state highways due to the inclement weather and circumstances beyond their control.

The reimbursement process has not been finalized yet, but, officials said information about how to file a claim and eligibility details will be announced in the coming days.

This is a one-time reimbursement program, officials said.