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What is the smallest amount of damage a hurricane has done?
Some hurricanes have stayed at sea and done no damage.
Which is more destructive the winds of a hurricane or a tornado?
Generally tornado winds are more destructive that hurricane winds. Hurricane winds, however, cause damage over a much larger area than a tornado, so the overall amount of damage may be greater. The worst damage in a hurricane is usually the result of flooding.
Was hurricane Agnes the worst hurricane?
Hurricane Agnes was a significant hurricane that hit the United States in 1972, causing widespread flooding and damage. While it was a significant storm, it is not considered the worst hurricane in history. The title of "worst hurricane" can vary depending on different factors such as the amount of damage caused, number of casualties, and other impacts.
Where do hurricanes create the most amount of damage how and why?
There is no way to know where a hurricane may hit harder than other places. It depends on the size and power of the hurricane.
Does hurricane strength always determine how much damage is caused?
Not necessarily. Factors like the size, speed, direction, and location of a hurricane, as well as the infrastructure and preparedness of the affected area, can also influence the amount of damage. A weaker hurricane that makes landfall over a highly populated or vulnerable area can result in more damage than a stronger hurricane in a less populated or prepared area.
Questions for hurricanes what was the costliest hurricane in the US?
The costliest hurricane in U.S. history was Hurricane Katrina in 2005 with an estimated 81.2 billion dollars in damages.
What classifies a weather occurrence as a weather disaster?
A great amount of property damage and/or many fatalities. For example, Hurricane Katrina.
Does the amount of property damage done by a hurricane determine its strength?
No. Damage is the basis of tornado ratings, but not for hurricanes. Hurricanes are rated based on maximum sustained wind speed.
How much damage did hurricane Ike cause?
Hurricane Ike cause about $37.6 billion in damage.
What hurricane did the most damage?
Hurricane Katrina (2005) cost over $108 billion in damage.
What was the cost of damage after hurricane Irene?
At the latest estimate damage from Hurricane Irene was over $10.1 billion in USD.the eye of the hurricane
What hurricane did the most property damage?
Hurricane Katrina (2005) cost over $108 billion in damage.
