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FeedQ: What is Boca Raton's history of hurricanes?
Boca Raton has had a history of hurricanes since 1903. You could say that about most of Florida but it doesn’t mean we necessarily got a direct hit. The entire Florida peninsula is likely to suffer some effects from any storms headed our way. The following is a handy little recap of recent Boca area storms. For more information, visit hurricanecity.com.
2005 August 25, Hurricane Katrina hits Fort Lauderdale while moving WSW, approx 30 miles to the south while passing by with 75 mph winds causing minimal damage.
2005,Oct 24, Hurricane Wilma hits from the SW with 105 mph winds while moving quickly NE. Wilma passed just north of Boca while the east eyewall hits the metro areas. Damage was extensive in Boca Raton, especially along US1. Significant roof damage to many buildings, power poles and signs.
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