1932 Natural Disasters Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 06 Apr Severe Flooding Impacts Bucharest: On April 6, 1932, parts of Bucharest were submerged due to severe flooding. The heavy rains led to significant water accumulation, causing widespread damage to infrastructure and property in the Romanian capital. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 01 Aug Devastating Pearl River flood in China: On August 1, 1932, the Pearl River in China experienced a devastating flood that caused significant damage and loss of life. This natural disaster highlighted the vulnerability of the region to flooding. source: britannica.com
- 14 Aug Freeport Hurricane Tragedy: The 1932 Freeport hurricane struck the Texas coast near Freeport on August 14, 1932, as a Category 4 storm. It caused extensive damage, resulting in 40 fatalities and approximately $7.5 million in damages, primarily due to crop destruction. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 20 Nov Uden, Netherlands Earthquake: A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck near Uden, North Brabant, Netherlands, on November 20, 1932, at 11:36 pm UTC. The tremor was felt across the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany. source: volcanoesandearthquakes.com
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