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Hurricane Ike, which struck in September 2008, caused an estimated $30 billion in damages across the United States. The storm primarily impacted Texas and the Gulf Coast, leading to widespread flooding, wind damage, and significant destruction of homes and infrastructure. Ike was one of the costliest hurricanes in U.S. history, with recovery efforts continuing for years after the disaster.

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Which was worse hurricane Katrina or hurricane ike?

Hurricane Katrina was far worse than Ike. Compare the statistics: Hurricane Katrina killed 1,836 people and caused $105 billion in damage. Hurricane Ike killed 103 and caused $37 billion in damage.


Is hurricane Ike a current hurricane?

No. Hurricane Ike formed and dissipated in 2008, nearly 4 years ago.


How do you compare and contrast hurricane Irene and hurricane Ike?

The two arent even comparable to eachother. There i simply nothing to it. Ike was a far worse hurricane than Irene. YOu cant compare them. It is like comparing A professional football player with a little league football player. The professional dominates. And Ike is the professional. Lets look at some stats. Ike is the second costliest. Irene is the sixth cotliest. 4 inbetween. Ike did 37.6 billion in damage and 40.6 in 2012 US dollars. Irene didnt even do 20 billion. Ike killed 195 people with 34 still missing and Irene didnt even kill 100. Ike had a highest surge of 28 feet. It covered the land with 10 feet in galveston which is 17 feet above sea level. Irene covered an area 6 feet above with about 2 feet. ike wins big time. They arent comparable.


Was it after Hurricane Ike hit that Hurricane Katrina hit?

No, Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast in 2005, while Hurricane Ike struck in 2008. Hurricane Katrina was one of the most devastating hurricanes in U.S. history, causing widespread destruction in New Orleans and other areas of Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama. Hurricane Ike also caused significant damage, particularly in Texas and parts of the Gulf Coast.


What was the storm surge of hurricane Ike?

The storm surge of Hurricane Ike reached up to 20 feet in some areas along the Texas and Louisiana coastlines. This surge caused extensive flooding and damage to coastal areas, especially near Galveston and Houston.

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How much damage did hurricane Ike cause?

Hurricane Ike cause about $37.6 billion in damage.


How much money towards damage did hurricane Ike coast?

Hurricane Ike caused an estimated $30 billion in damage in the United States, with additional costs in the Caribbean.


How much destruction was their in hurricane Ike?

Catastrophic damage


Was hurricane ike worse than hurricane Katrina?

No, not even close. Hurricane Katrina killed over 1800 people and cause over $100 billion in damage. By comparison Ike killed just over 100 and cause about $37 billion in damage.


How much money did it take to repair Texas after hurricane Ike?

The cost to repair Texas after Hurricane Ike in 2008 was estimated to be around $30 billion. The hurricane caused significant damage to homes, infrastructure, and businesses in the state.


When were Ike dollars minted?

From 1971 to 1978.


Where is the mint mark on a 1973 Ike dollar?

The mint mark on ALL Ike dollars, not just the '73, is directly below Ike's neck.


What was worse hurricane ike or Katrina?

hurricane katrina was worse from its damage ike had a lot to just saying


Who was blamed for hurricane Ike?

The Government was the blame for Hurricane Ike cause there was no actual villian


What years were Ike dollars made?

1971 through 1978.


What are half dollars with the lunar landing on it worth?

those are not half dollars but rather bicenntenial IKE dollars they are worth about a dollar


Who has a better final smash Marth or Ike?

marth's for sure because his final smash is automatically a one hit kill regardless of how much damage someone has and regardless of the damage ratio.