Historical Events tagged with "long key"

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Natural Disasters

Labor Day Hurricane Strikes Florida Keys

September 2nd, 1935 89 years ago

The Labor Day Hurricane of 1935 was the most intense hurricane to ever hit the United States, making landfall at Long Key, Florida. With maximum sustained winds reaching 185 mph, it devastated the Florida Keys, causing severe destruction and resulting in at least 400 fatalities. The hurricane's rapid intensification and the subsequent storm surge led to catastrophic flooding, and debris ravaged homes and infrastructure. Its impact was felt across the region, profoundly affecting the communities of the Keys.

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