The Winds and flooding can do so much damage with modern construction. Seems like it would wipe out entire villages if they were more primitive.

  • @ClanOfTheOcho
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    541 year ago

    Hurricanes could, and did, wipe out entire communities. It’s easy to forget how important the study of meteorology is, as well as how vital modern weather satellites are, in keeping people safe.

    As one example of massive damage done in the not terribly distant past: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/1900_Galveston_hurricane

    • @[email protected]
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      51 year ago

      Wow, I watch a show about restoring historic homes in Galveston and many are from before 1900. I’m surprised so many are still standing after a hurricane like that!