The Greatest and Deadliest Hurricanes to Impact The Bahamas

The Bahamas is a beautiful archipelago located in the Atlantic Ocean. The islands are a popular tourist destination, but they are also vulnerable to hurricanes. Over the years, the Bahamas has been hit by some of the most powerful and deadly hurricanes in history.

This article takes a look at the five most devastating hurricanes to impact the Bahamas:

1. Hurricane Dorian (2019)

Hurricane Dorian was the strongest hurricane to hit the Bahamas in recorded history. The Category 5 hurricane made landfall on the islands of Abaco and Grand Bahama on September 1, 2019. Dorian brought winds of up to 185 miles per hour and storm surges of up to 23 feet. The hurricane caused widespread damage and flooding, and at least 74 people were killed.

The Greatest and Deadliest Hurricanes to Impact the Bahamas: The Stories Behind the Great Storms

by Wayne Neely

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2. Hurricane Floyd (1999)

Hurricane Floyd was a Category 4 hurricane that made landfall on the Bahamas on September 15, 1999. The hurricane brought winds of up to 150 miles per hour and storm surges of up to 10 feet. Floyd caused widespread damage and flooding, and at least five people were killed.

3. Hurricane Frances (2004)

Hurricane Frances was a Category 4 hurricane that made landfall on the Bahamas on September 5, 2004. The hurricane brought winds of up to 150 miles per hour and storm surges of up to 12 feet. Frances caused widespread damage and flooding, and at least two people were killed.

4. Hurricane Jeanne (2004)

Hurricane Jeanne was a Category 3 hurricane that made landfall on the Bahamas on September 26, 2004. The hurricane brought winds of up to 120 miles per hour and storm surges of up to 8 feet. Jeanne caused widespread damage and flooding, and at least three people were killed.

5. Hurricane Wilma (2005)

Hurricane Wilma was a Category 5 hurricane that made landfall on the Bahamas on October 24, 2005. The hurricane brought winds of up to 185 miles per hour and storm surges of up to 20 feet. Wilma caused widespread damage and flooding, and at least 20 people were killed.

The Bahamas has been hit by some of the most powerful and deadly hurricanes in history. These hurricanes have caused widespread damage and flooding, and they have claimed the lives of many people. It is important for residents of the Bahamas to be prepared for hurricanes and to take precautions to stay safe when a hurricane threatens.

The Greatest and Deadliest Hurricanes to Impact the Bahamas: The Stories Behind the Great Storms

by Wayne Neely

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Print length	:	663 pages

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