Other storms over the past several decades, like Hurricane Andrew in 1992, Hurricane Charley in 2004 and Hurricane Wilma in 2005, unleashed significant destructive energy on local communities like Fort Myers Beach and Collier County. If youre looking for more diversity, lots of people, awesome food, and plenty of attractions, Orlando is probably right up your alley. Additionally, at least 109 boats or ships were either driven ashore, wrecked, or damaged due to the storms. The Most Hurricane Prone Places in Florida In the period between 1900 and 1949, 108 tropical cyclones affected the state, which collectively resulted in about $4.5billion (2017dollars) in damage. The heavy rain and storm surge that accompanies hurricanes can lead to catastrophic consequences, such as what the area experienced after the Great Miami Hurricane of 1926. Generally, cities along the coast are more likely to suffer hurricane damage than inland cities. (affected 71 times since 1871), Hit by hurricane Ian and tropical storm Colin in 2022 and moves up 4 positions. Mark H. Bickel. June 67 While moving northward through the Gulf of Mexico, This page was last edited on 26 February 2023, at 14:25. The islands are at high risk of life-threatening storm surges and are typically avoided by tourists during peak hurricane season (mid-August to mid-September). But by another metric, 2022 was markedly below average. (affected 69 times since 1871), Brushed by tropical storm Fiona in 2022 but drops 2 positions . [5][10] Originally, hurricanes were classified by central pressure in the 20th century;[10][11] however, modern practices quantify storm intensities by maximum sustained winds. The information gathered from SUSTAIN could also have an impact on how coastal homes and businesses are built. 25 'major hurricanes' impacted Florida in past 100 years - WJXT One of the most frequent places in the Atlantic basin where hurricanes go is about 100 miles offshore of Jacksonville," said Haus. Categories: Brushed by many recurvatures off the coast middle of the 1.94 group with 17 hurricane hits.. (affected 78 times since 1871), Brushed by Hurricanes Ian in Atlantic & Nicole in 2022 but stays in same position due to activity above. Now the Gulf Coast braces for a possible hurricane", Tropical Cyclone Report: Tropical Storm Gordon, "Congress must step up for Air Force bases devastated by natural disaster", "Tropical Cyclone Report: Hurricane Michael", "USAF Had Faulty Data About Whether Hangars Full of F-22s Could Survive Hurricane Michael", "Good Samaritans Form Human Chain to Rescue Swimmers from Rip Current in Florida", Tropical Cyclone Report: Tropical Storm Erin, "Should St. Johns County keep lifeguards on longer into summer season?