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Hurricane Mitch was a catastrophic hurricane that devastated Central America in late October 1998. It was the 13th named storm and ninth hurricane of the 1998 Atlantic hurricane season, and the most powerful hurricane of that season.
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Hurricane Andrew was a powerful hurricane that struck the Bahamas, Florida, and Louisiana in August 1992. The storm’s impact prompted significant changes to building codes and emergency management practices in the affected areas, and contributed to a greater understanding of the destructive potential of hurricanes.
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Hurricane Hugo was a powerful hurricane that struck the Caribbean and southeastern United States in September 1989. On September 17, Hugo made landfall on the island of Guadeloupe in the Caribbean, causing extensive damage and several fatalities.
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Hurricane Camille struck the Gulf Coast of the United States in August 1969. It was one of the most intense hurricanes on record to hit the United States and caused significant damage and loss of life.
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Hurricane Galveston, also known as the Galveston Hurricane of 1900, was a devastating hurricane that struck the city of Galveston, Texas, on September 8, 1900. It is considered one of the deadliest natural disasters in U.S. history.
