Jun 15, 2023 · The San-Felipe-Okeechobee Hurricane is widely regarded as one of the most destructive hurricanes of all time. This storm began over the Atlantic, gained momentum while passing over the...

This is a list of the costliest Atlantic hurricanes, with US$1 billion in property damage, broadly capturing the severity of the damage each tropical cyclone has caused.

Oct 12, 2024 · Several Atlantic hurricanes stand out due to their exceptional intensity and destructive power. Hurricane Allen remains the most intense hurricane ever recorded in the Atlantic, with sustained winds of 190 mph. It carved a path of destruction through the Caribbean and the US Gulf Coast.

Oct 10, 2024 · The Great Galveston Hurricane is known as the deadliest weather disaster in United States history, killing at least 8,000 people, with some estimates as high as 12,000 people.

But it still remains one of the country's most destructive. The storm devastated the coastlines of Mississippi, Alabama and the Florida Panhandle, and produced waves more than 50 feet (45 meters) high. What made this Category 3 so destructive?

Dec 1, 2024 · Hurricane Agnes, a Category 1 storm in June 1972, became one of the most destructive hurricanes in U.S. history due to its catastrophic flooding. Though its winds peaked at 85 mph, the storm’s slow movement and torrential rains caused widespread flooding across the eastern United States.

Sep 28, 2022 · The destruction wrought by the world's most destructive hurricanes is always devastating, but you often see communities come together in the aftermath to rebuild. While always tragic, these types of natural disasters can be a testament to the enduring willpower of people across the globe.

In recent years, the deadliest Atlantic hurricane was Hurricane Mitch of 1998, with at least 11,374 deaths attributed to it, while the deadliest Atlantic hurricane overall was the Great Hurricane of 1780, which resulted in at least 22,000 fatalities.

Sep 30, 2024 · From the Caribbean to the U.S. Gulf Coast and beyond, the worst hurricanes in history serve as a reminder of nature’s power. In this article, we’ll explore 25 of the deadliest and most destructive hurricanes ever recorded.

3 days ago · An aerial view of Dade County, Florida, showing damage from one of the most destructive hurricanes in the history of the United States. Hurricane Andrew did extensive damage to homes in Miami, leaving little behind in its wake. One million people were evacuated and 54 died in this hurricane. Image by Bob Epstein, FEMA News Photo, Public domain ...