The year was 2017, and South Texans were about to face a storm that would go down in history: Hurricane Harvey.
Making landfall near Rockport, Texas on August 25, 2017, Harvey unleashed its fury with powerful winds, storm surges, and unprecedented levels of rainfall that would inundate South and Southeast Texas.
As the storm stalled over the region, it left a trail of destruction and devastation in its wake, forever etching itself into the memories of those who experienced its wrath.
Let’s take a trip down memory lane and revisit what made Hurricane Harvey such a remarkable and unforgettable natural disaster:
Harvey’s Beginnings
Harvey originated as a tropical wave off the coast of Africa on August 13, 2017, gradually developing into Tropical Storm Harvey on August 17 after a few days of meandering in the Atlantic.
Harvey’s Journey
Moving through the Caribbean and into the Gulf of Mexico, Harvey regained strength and intensified into a category four hurricane before making its destructive landfall near Rockport, Texas.
Impact and Aftermath
The aftermath of Harvey was catastrophic, leading to widespread flooding, structural damage, power outages, and infrastructural disruptions in the affected areas.
According to the National Weather Service, the devastation caused by Harvey resulted in over $125 billion in damages, making it one of the costliest hurricanes in U.S. history.
Even years later, the impact of Hurricane Harvey continues to be felt, serving as a stark reminder of the power and unpredictability of nature.
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