Hurricane Harvey: Devastating Floods Ravage Texas and Louisiana

Landfall and Impact

WEB Hurricane Harvey, a Category 4 hurricane, made landfall on the Texas and Louisiana coasts on August 25, 2017. The storm rapidly intensified, unleashing catastrophic flooding that devastated the region.

Rapid Intensification

WEB Harvey exploded rapidly from a tropical storm to a hurricane just hours before landfall. The storm's rapid intensification surprised meteorologists and caught many communities off guard.

Unprecedented Flooding

WEB Pounding rains and rapidly rising floodwaters caused by Hurricane Harvey inundated the city of Houston, a metropolitan area of 66 million people. Parts of the city received more than 50 inches of rain, leaving neighborhoods submerged and forcing tens of thousands of people to evacuate.

Historic First

WEB Hurricane Harvey is the first hurricane to hit the Texas coast since 2008, when Hurricane Ike came through the Houston area. It is also the first major hurricane (Category 3 or higher) to make landfall in Texas since Hurricane Rita in 2005.

Conclusion

Hurricane Harvey was a devastating storm that left a lasting impact on Texas and Louisiana. The catastrophic flooding caused widespread damage, displacing thousands of residents and businesses. The recovery and rebuilding efforts will take years, but the resilience and determination of the affected communities will ultimately prevail.