5 Questions
What was the death toll of Hurricane Ike in 2008?
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Which hurricane disaster had a storm surge of 4.6 meters?
Hurricane Ike, 2008
Which hurricane disaster had a death toll of 6,000 - 12,000?
Galveston, TX September 9, 1900
Which hurricane disaster directly hit New Orleans and covered 80% of the city with water up to 6 meters?
Hurricane Katrina, 2005
Which hurricane season was the most active year on record for Atlantic hurricanes?
2005
Study Notes
Hurricane Disasters
- Hurricane Ike in 2008 had a significant death toll.
- The storm surge of Hurricane Ike reached 4.6 meters.
- The death toll of Hurricane Mitch in 1998 ranged from 6,000 to 12,000.
- Hurricane Katrina directly hit New Orleans, causing 80% of the city to be flooded with water up to 6 meters deep.
- The 2005 hurricane season was the most active year on record for Atlantic hurricanes.
Test your knowledge of the devastating Hurricane Katrina that struck the Gulf Coast in 2005. Explore the impact on New Orleans, the storm surge, breached levees, and the extensive damage caused. Learn about the most active Atlantic hurricane season on record and the catastrophic effects of Hurricane Katrina.
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