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Defending Coastlines Through Science & Preparedness
Defending Coastlines Through Science & Preparedness
Hurricane Andrew 1992: The Storm That Changed Florida Forever
Hurricane Andrew was one of the most destructive hurricanes in U.S. history, striking South Florida on August 24, 1992, with catastrophic force. A Category 5 storm at landfall, Andrew exposed critical flaws in disaster preparedness, building codes, and emergency response—lessons that permanently transformed…
How to Strengthen Your Home Against Hurricanes
Strengthening your home against hurricanes is crucial to protect your property and ensure safety during severe storms. Here are key steps to reinforce your home: 1. Reinforce Doors and Windows 2. Strengthen the Roof 3. Secure Exterior Structures 4. Improve…
The Great Hurricane of 1780
A Catastrophe That Reshaped the Caribbean In the autumn of 1780, as the American Revolution raged on land and sea, an even greater force of nature emerged from the Atlantic—one that would claim more lives than any hurricane before or…
Hurricane Sandy 2012 The Storm That Reshaped the Northeast
In late October 2012, Hurricane Sandy delivered a catastrophic blow to the U.S. East Coast, particularly New York and New Jersey. Unlike typical hurricanes, Sandy merged with a winter storm, evolving into a record-breaking hybrid system with a staggering 1,000-mile…
5 Life-Saving Hurricane Prep Lessons From History’s Deadliest Storms
Hurricanes don’t just destroy homes—they rewrite history. The deadliest storms teach us brutal but vital lessons about survival. From Galveston’s Great Storm of 1900 to Hurricane Katrina’s catastrophic failures, history reveals patterns we must learn from. Here are five hurricane…
Coastal Storms: Nature’s Fury and How Eastern NC Battles the Elements
The Atlantic coastline is a place of breathtaking beauty—but also raw, untamed power. Coastal storms, from howling nor’easters to devastating hurricanes, shape the landscape and test the resilience of communities like those in Eastern North Carolina. These storms are more…
North Carolina Hurricanes and Nor’easters: History, Impacts, and Resilience
North Carolina’s coastline is no stranger to nature’s most powerful storms. Hurricanes sweep in from the Atlantic with relentless winds and flooding rains, while nor’easters lash the coast with icy precision, reshaping beaches and testing the resolve of those who…
The Outer Banks: A Disappearing Treasure
How Erosion, Rising Seas, and Human Efforts Are Reshaping NC’s Barrier Islands A Losing Battle With the AtlanticEvery year, the Outer Banks lose an average of 3 to 6 feet of coastline to erosion—sometimes far more during severe storms. These…
The Incredible Journey of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
How Engineers Defied the Sea to Save an American Icon A Lighthouse on the Brink Standing tall at 208 feet with its distinctive black-and-white spiral pattern, the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse has guided mariners through North Carolina’s treacherous “Graveyard of the…
How North Carolina’s Fishermen Predict Storms
For centuries, North Carolina’s fishermen have relied on nature’s subtle cues to predict storms long before satellites and weather apps existed. Their traditional knowledge, passed down through generations, blends keen observation, folklore, and an intimate bond with the sea. In…