On This Day in History: The Galveston Hurricane

On September 8, 1900, a powerful hurricane struck Galveston, Texas, in what would become the deadliest natural disaster in U.S. history. With winds of up to 145 mph and a devastating storm surge, the hurricane leveled much of the city and claimed between 6,000 and 12,000 lives. This catastrophic event left a deep scar on the nation, leading to significant improvements in weather forecasting and disaster response. Today, we remember the tragedy of the Galveston Hurricane and its lasting legacy on disaster preparedness and resilience.

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