Hurricane Charley
by
GoldenZombieLover21
Last updated 5 years ago
Discipline:
Science Subject:
Weather and Climate
Grade:
7


Fun Facts- Charley's small but intense eyewall swept through the citiesof Punta Gorda and part of Charlotte- Wind of 79 mph with a maximum gust to 105 mph- Hurricane Charley destroyed many buildings- It caused 34 deathsIt had been the second costliest hurricane in U.S history- It cost around 15 billion dollars worth of damage- Charley officially made land-off as 145 mph- it lasted less than a week-It destroyed over 70,000 homes and thouands of acres of crops were destroyed
Hurricane
Hurricane Charley was the strongest hurrciane to strike the U.S since Hurricane Andrew raked parts of South Florida in 1992.
Hurricane Charley happened on Friday August 13, 2004. It destroyed many buildings and caused 34 deaths.
- Secure your home, close storm shutters, and secure outdoor objects.- Keep curtains and blinds closed.- Find the safest place in your house and stay there while the hurricane is happening.- Lie on the floor under a table or another sturdy object.- Take refuge in a small interiorroom, closet, or hallway in the lowest level.- Keep a phone with youto contact family.
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