Unleashing Nature's Fury: The Top 5 Most Destructive Storms in History

Unleashing Nature's Fury: The Top 5 Most Destructive Storms in History

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Biology, Geography, Science

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The video explores the top five most extreme storms in history, highlighting their impact and destruction. It begins with Hurricane Harvey in 2017, a Category 4 storm that caused significant damage in Texas and Louisiana. Next, it covers Hurricane Maria, also from 2017, which devastated Puerto Rico and caused the longest blackout in U.S. history. The Great Hurricane of 1780 is discussed, known for its high casualty rate despite limited historical data. Hurricane Mitch in 1998 is noted for its deadly impact on Central America, particularly Honduras. Finally, Hurricane Fifi from 1974 is highlighted for its widespread damage and economic impact.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the video tutorial?

The development of weather prediction technology

The impact of climate change on weather

The top five strongest storms ever recorded

The history of meteorology

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which hurricane caused the longest blackout in U.S. history?

Hurricane Katrina

Hurricane Sandy

Hurricane Maria

Hurricane Harvey

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the estimated number of casualties caused by the Great Hurricane of 1780?

11,000

22,000

8,200

100

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which hurricane was dubbed the deadliest Atlantic hurricane in Central America for the last 200 years?

Hurricane Fifi

Hurricane Mitch

Hurricane Maria

Hurricane Harvey

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which year did Hurricane Fifi occur?

1780

2017

1998

1974

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many countries were affected by Hurricane Fifi?

12

9

5

3

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the estimated cost of damages caused by Hurricane Fifi in 1974?

50 billion U.S. dollars

1.8 billion U.S. dollars

91.61 billion U.S. dollars

125 billion U.S. dollars