Did the deadliest hurricane happen recently or in the past? Why do you think this is the case?

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Maya Adams · Accepted Answer

the deadliest hurricane on record was in Galveston in the past.

Temperature differentials that occur when a cold front meets a warm front are what cause severe weather events like hurricanes. The world is currently experiencing a trend of gradually rising temperatures, which may lead to fewer catastrophic hurricanes because there will be less of a divide between warm and cold regions. Recent NASA data suggests that there has been a slight increase in the number of force 4 and 5 hurricanes over the past ten years, which may be related to global warming. The other reason the deadliest hurricanes in history have happened is because of warnings and preparation. Galveston, for instance, built a sea wall to stop a major hurricane from flooding, and weather satellites can now track hurricanes and warn people before they reach land. These precautions save lives and lessen the deadly effects of even the strongest hurricanes.

Isaac Abel · Answer

undefined The deadliest hurricane on record is the Great Hurricane of 1780, which occurred in the past. It caused an estimated 22,000 to 27,500 fatalities. This is likely because modern advancements in forecasting, communication, and infrastructure have helped mitigate the impact of hurricanes in recent times.