Andrew (Hurricane Andrew)

Hurricane Andrew was a powerful tropical storm that hit southeastern Louisiana and Florida in August 1992. It reached Category 5 strength, the highest on the hurricane scale, with winds exceeding 160 mph. Andrew caused widespread destruction through high winds, heavy rain, and storm surge, damaging thousands of homes, businesses, and infrastructure. It resulted in 26 fatalities and billions of dollars in damages. The storm led to significant improvements in disaster preparedness and building codes. Andrew’s impact emphasized the importance of vigilant planning and resilient construction to mitigate future storm damage.