Historical Events tagged with "storm"

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Natural Disasters

Hurricane Edna Strikes New England

September 11th, 1954 70 years ago

Hurricane Edna, a Category 2 storm, hit New England, causing extensive damage and resulting in 29 fatalities. The hurricane made landfall on September 11, unearthing violent winds and significant rainfall across the region. Coastal towns faced debris, flooding, and destruction. The impact was particularly pronounced in Connecticut and Massachusetts, where homes were devastated and economic activities severely disrupted. The storm’s sudden arrival caught many by surprise and highlighted the need for improved meteorological forecasting.

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Natural Disasters

Flint–Worcester Tornado Outbreak Sequence

June 9th, 1953 71 years ago

A series of tornadoes, primarily affecting Massachusetts, resulted in significant devastation and loss of life. In total, 94 people were killed across the affected areas, with hundreds injured and numerous homes destroyed. The storm system moved rapidly, striking cities like Worcester and leaving a path of destruction. Emergency responses were initiated immediately, as communities rallied to aid those impacted by this catastrophic weather event.

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Natural Disasters

F5 Tornado Devastates Beecher, Michigan

June 8th, 1953 71 years ago

A powerful F5 tornado struck Beecher, Michigan, inflicting significant damage. On that day, the tornado claimed the lives of 116 people, injured 844 others, and resulted in the destruction of around 340 homes. The tornado was characterized by its extreme intensity, with winds surpassing 260 miles per hour, making it one of the most severe tornadoes recorded in U.S. history. The devastation was exacerbated by the densely populated nature of the area.

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Natural Disasters

Deadly Tornadoes Strike Southern Plains

April 9th, 1947 77 years ago

The Glazier–Higgins–Woodward tornadoes in Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas caused significant casualties, killing 181 people and injuring 970 others. These tornadoes were part of a larger outbreak that affected multiple states and reshaped the understanding of tornado intensity and warning systems. The most severe impacts were felt in communities like Woodward, Oklahoma, where entire neighborhoods were devastated.

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The Great Hurricane of 1938 Strikes New York

September 21st, 1938 86 years ago

A powerful hurricane made landfall on Long Island, causing significant devastation. With winds exceeding 100 mph, it uprooted trees, destroyed homes, and led to severe flooding. Coastal areas were particularly hard hit, and thousands were left homeless. The storm caused considerable damage to infrastructure, and rescue efforts were hampered by high winds and storm surges. Emergency response teams struggled to reach those in need as conditions remained perilous.

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Natural Disasters

Tornado Outbreak Strikes Gainesville, Georgia

April 6th, 1936 88 years ago

A significant tornado outbreak occurred when a tornado from the same storm system that struck Tupelo, Mississippi, hit Gainesville, Georgia, resulting in substantial destruction and loss of life. The tornado cut through the city, demolishing many homes and businesses, and tragically led to the deaths of 203 people, making it one of the deadliest tornadoes in U.S. history. The storm's ferocity was compounded by the simultaneous weather conditions that enabled its rapid development.

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Accidents & Tragedies

Finnish Torpedo Boat S2 Sinks in Storm

October 4th, 1925 99 years ago

S2, a Finnish Sokol class torpedo boat, sank near Pori in the Gulf of Bothnia during a fierce storm. The boat, carrying a crew of 53, was overwhelmed by the stormy seas and capsized. All crew members on board perished in this incident, highlighting the dangers faced by naval vessels in extreme weather conditions.

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Natural Disasters

Devastating 1925 Tri-State tornado outbreak

March 18th, 1925 99 years ago

A series of tornadoes struck the Midwestern states of Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana, resulting in significant destruction and loss of life. The Tri-State tornado, part of this outbreak, traveled over 219 miles, making it the longest tornado in recorded history. In its path, entire communities were devastated, with buildings flattened and homes destroyed. The storm claimed 695 lives, injured thousands more, and left deep scars in the affected regions. The severity and scale of the tornado highlighted the need for improved warning systems and disaster preparedness.

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Natural Disasters

Destructive Great Lakes Storm of 1913

November 9th, 1913 111 years ago

A powerful storm hit the Great Lakes region, reaching its peak intensity after two days. It caused significant damage by destroying 19 ships and resulted in the loss of over 250 lives. This natural disaster was marked by fierce winds and heavy waves that overwhelmed the shipping traffic in the lakes, making it the most devastating storm in the area's history.

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