Natural Disasters Archives - Amy Babbage

Barbados Hurricane Beryl: Devastation and Recovery

Hurricane Beryl’s Impact on Barbados: Barbados Hurricane Beryl Barbados hurricane beryl – Hurricane Beryl, a Category 1 hurricane, made landfall in Barbados on July 18, 2018, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds to the island. The hurricane caused widespread damage to infrastructure and property, including: Flooding Heavy rainfall from Hurricane Beryl caused significant flooding across … Read more

The Devastating Legacy of the Greenfield Tornado

Historical Background of the Greenfield Tornado The Greenfield tornado of 1944 holds a significant place in meteorological history as one of the most powerful and destructive tornadoes ever recorded in the United States. This colossal twister, with wind speeds estimated at an astounding 250 miles per hour, tore through the town of Greenfield, Massachusetts, leaving … Read more