1930 Dominican Republic hurricane facts for kids
| Category 4 major hurricane (SSHWS/NWS) | |
Surface weather analysis of the hurricane
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| Formed | August 29, 1930 |
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| Dissipated | September 17, 1930 |
| Highest winds | 1-minute sustained: 155 mph (250 km/h) |
| Lowest pressure | 933 mbar (hPa); 27.55 inHg |
| Fatalities | 2,000–8,000 |
| Damage | $50 million (1930 USD) |
| Areas affected | Dominican Republic, Haiti, Cuba, Florida, North Carolina |
| Part of the 1930 Atlantic hurricane season | |
The 1930 Dominican Republic hurricane was one of the most dangerous tropical cyclones ever in the Caribbean and Atlantic Ocean. It was the fifth deadliest storm recorded in the Atlantic. This powerful storm caused a lot of damage and sadly, many lives were lost.
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Understanding the 1930 Hurricane
This hurricane was quite strong, even though it was not very large. It moved through the Caribbean Sea with great force.
Where the Hurricane Struck
The storm hit several places, causing a lot of trouble.
- The Dominican Republic was hit the hardest. Most of the deaths happened there.
- The storm also reached Cuba and the southern part of Florida.
- Later, it passed near eastern North Carolina. It brought strong winds, but not as bad as in other areas.
Impact of the Storm
The hurricane caused a lot of harm.
- Between 2,000 and 8,000 people died because of the storm. This made it one of the deadliest storms in history.
- The damage from the hurricane was very high. It cost over $50 million at that time. This would be much more money today!
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Destruction after the 1930 Dominican Republic Hurricane
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