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List Of Top 10 Deadliest Hurricanes In The United States So Far!
SUMMARY: Hurricanes, also known as tropical cyclones, form over subtropical or tropical waters when sustained winds reach 74 mph. Some of the worst hurricanes in US history include the Cheniere Caminada Hurricane in 1893, which caused over 770 deaths in Louisiana; the Galveston Hurricane in 1900, which resulted in 8,000 deaths and $30 million in damage; the San Felipe-Okeechobee Hurricane in 1928, which killed over 2,000 people, with Puerto Rico and Florida being the most affected areas; the Great Labor Day Hurricane in 1935, which killed over 400 people; Hurricane Camille in 1969, which caused 256 deaths and $1.4 billion in damage; Hurricane Andrew in 1992, which caused $26 billion in damage and 15 deaths; Hurricane Katrina in 2005, which killed over 1,800 people and caused $170 billion in damage; Hurricane Sandy in 2012, which killed over 100 people and caused $70 billion in damage; Hurricane Harvey in 2017, which caused $125 billion in damage, making it the second costliest natural disaster in US history; and Hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017, which hit Puerto Rico and caused a prolonged blackout and an estimated death toll of 3,000.
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SUMMARY: Galveston, Texas, is under a hurricane watch as Tropical Storm Beryl approaches. Although weather in Galveston remains calm, local officials are increasing emergency preparedness in response to the storm's threat, which could bring strong winds and flooding. Galveston County's Office of Emergency Management has heightened its activation level and will have 24-hour staffing. Beachgoers continue to enjoy the weather but are advised to be cautious due to rip current warnings. Officials stress the importance of water safety, urging people to swim near lifeguards. The U.S. Coast Guard is also on standby to assist with the potential severe weather impacts.
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SUMMARY: Galveston Island Beach Patrol is preparing for increased crowds and strong surf due to Tropical Storm Beryl, which may bring dangerous rip currents and surf conditions. Following a busy July 4 holiday, lifeguards are advising beachgoers to be cautious of water conditions and heat over the upcoming weekend. With storm impacts still uncertain, preparations include potentially moving equipment if tides reach critical levels. Warnings such as red flags indicate unsafe swimming conditions, and lifeguards advise non-swimmers and children to stay out of the water. Additional safety measures and rip current information are available on the Beach Patrol's website.
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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard rescued two children and two adults from an overturned vessel off Galveston on July 4th. The incident was reported at 6:20 p.m. by Towboat U.S. and prompted an urgent marine broadcast. A Coast Guard Station Galveston Response Boat-Small was dispatched and found the family clinging to the capsized boat. The children were wearing life jackets, but the adults were not. The family was safely transferred to shore with no reported injuries. © 2024 KPRC Click2Houston.
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