1903 Natural Disasters Events — Verified Historical Highlights

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05 Jun Heppner Flood Disaster: A catastrophic flood occurred in Heppner, Oregon, causing significant loss of life and property damage.
14 Jun Devastating Heppner flash flood: The Heppner flash flood occurred on June 14, 1903, in Heppner, Oregon, resulting in significant destruction and loss of life. It is one of the deadliest floods in U.S. history, with hundreds of casualties. source: britannica.com
18 Jun Minor earthquake in North Wales: A minor earthquake struck North Wales on June 18, 1903. While it caused little damage, it was notable for being one of the few recorded seismic events in the region during that time. source: britannica.com
11 Sep Destructive Atlantic Hurricane Strikes Fort Lauderdale: On September 11, 1903, a Category 1 hurricane made landfall near Fort Lauderdale, Florida, causing severe wind damage in Broward and Palm Beach counties. The storm capsized the steamship Inchulva near Delray Beach, resulting in the drowning of nine crew members. The hurricane led to 14 fatalities in Florida and caused approximately $500,000 in damage. source: en.wikipedia.org
16 Sep 1903 New Jersey Hurricane: On September 16, 1903, a hurricane made landfall near Panama City, Florida, after crossing the Bahamas and South Florida. The storm caused widespread rainfall and minor crop damage in Northwest Florida, Alabama, and Georgia, leading to 14 fatalities in Florida and approximately $500,000 in damage. source: en.wikipedia.org

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