Tropical Storm Hanna (2002) facts for kids

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Tropical Storm Hanna

Tropical storm (SSHWS/NWS)
Tropical storm Hanna near landfall
Formed	September 12, 2002
Dissipated	September 15, 2002
Highest winds	1-minute sustained: 60 mph (95 km/h)
Lowest pressure	1001 mbar (hPa); 29.56 inHg
Fatalities	3 direct
Damage	$20 million (2002 USD)
Areas affected	Florida, Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia, Southeast U.S., Mid-Atlantic
Part of the 2002 Atlantic hurricane season

Tropical Storm Hanna was a strong weather system that happened in 2002. It was the eighth tropical storm to form during the 2002 Atlantic hurricane season. Hanna brought heavy rain and wind to parts of the United States.

What Was Tropical Storm Hanna?

Tropical Storm Hanna formed on September 12, 2002. It was a type of storm that forms over warm ocean waters. These storms have strong winds and can cause a lot of rain. Hanna lasted for only a few days. It ended on September 15, 2002.

Where Did Hanna Go?

Hanna mainly affected states along the Gulf Coast. These included Louisiana, Alabama, and Mississippi. It also brought rain to Florida and Georgia. The storm then moved into the Mid-Atlantic region.

What Damage Did Hanna Cause?

Tropical Storm Hanna caused about $20 million in damage. This money was needed to fix things like homes and roads. Sadly, Hanna also caused the deaths of 3 people. Most of the damage came from flooding.

Why Was the Name 'Hanna' Used Again?

When a tropical storm or hurricane causes a lot of damage or deaths, its name is sometimes "retired." This means the name will not be used again for another storm. However, the damage from Tropical Storm Hanna was not considered severe enough. Because of this, the name Hanna was not retired. The name Hanna was used again for another storm in 2008.

Images for kids

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  The start of Tropical Storm Hanna on September 11

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  Rainfall amounts from Hanna