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11 interesting fast facts about hurricanes

Deadliest U.S. hurricane on record was in 1900 and killed 8,000 people under 15-foot waves

Published: June 4, 2021, 1:55 PMUpdated: June 6, 2021, 12:18 PM

Tags: Weather, Hurricane, Hurricanes, Features, Typhoon, Cyclone, KSATKids, ClickO Kids

Hurricanes are a strong force of nature. Many have seen the toll they can take on people, homes and land, but there are a few things you may not know about the storms, and they’re pretty intriguing.

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Dawn Jorgenson, Graham Media Group Branded Content Managing Editor, began working with the group in April 2013. She graduated from Texas State University with a degree in electronic media.

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11 interesting fast facts about hurricanes

Deadliest U.S. hurricane on record was in 1900 and killed 8,000 people under 15-foot waves

About the Author

Dawn Jorgenson

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