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- Storm-related damage to The Bahamas, Puerto Rico, and other Caribbean islands was estimated at approximately $1 billion, whereas property damage estimates in the eastern United States exceeded $7 billion, making Irene one of the most expensive Atlantic hurricanes in U.S. history.
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Aug 25, 2011 · Hurricane Irene cuts our sunny days short at Atlantis, Bahamas.... staff has been doing an amazing job organizing and taking care of our needs. Been in a hur...
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May 13, 2024 · Storm-related damage to The Bahamas, Puerto Rico, and other Caribbean islands was estimated at approximately $1 billion, whereas property damage estimates in the eastern United States exceeded $7 billion, making Irene one of the most expensive Atlantic hurricanes in U.S. history.
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Aug 26, 2011 · Hurricane Irene destroyed about 100 homes in the Bahamas as it roared over the island chain. Irene, a category three storm, hit with winds of 185km/h (115mph). Officials said some areas of...
Sep 22, 2011 · On Aug. 25, the center of Hurricane Irene passed over the Exuma Sound and the Exuma Cays in the Bahamas. The tropical cyclone was a Category 3 storm at the time, with maximum sustained winds...
Dec 28, 2011 · Wed, Dec 28th 2011, 10:40 AM. Nassau Guardian Stories. Hurricane Irene weaved a destructive path across The Bahamas in August, ripping off roofs, toppling trees and breaking utility poles. As the storm barreled toward the country, just over 1,000 people sought refuge at hurricane shelters.
Aug 31, 2011 · As Hurricane Irene passed over the Bahamas late last week, it encountered low atmospheric, or barometric, pressure, which causes air to rise—in this case, warm and moist air, the lifeblood of...
Precipitation totals from Irene in the region were particularly high, ranging between 10–14 inches (250–360 mm); Bunyan recorded a peak amount of approximately 14 inches (360 mm). [26] The large hurricane left extensive damage in its wake and produced tornadoes that damaged homes and overturned vehicles. [179]
