When was hurricane fifi

Convection increased in association with the wave while in the Caribbean and the system had become sufficiently well-organized to be considered a tropical depression on the 14th. The depression moved just north of due west, bypassing Jamaica to the south. Development ensued, and the system became a tropical storm just south of Jamaica. Strengthening continued, with Fifi becoming a hurricane.

Relief agencies rushed aid to starving, isolated villagers whose access roads had been destroyed along with homes, stores and crops.

They reported fierce fights among people desperate for food or for places on rescue helicopters — and the flagrant misappropriation and hoarding of supplies by the Honduran military. Hurricane Fifi was the worst natural disaster in the history of Honduras, the poorest of the Central American republics. The country was left with countless dead and homeless, and damages in excess of its entire Gross National Product GNP. You should know: Because of its devastating consequences, the name Fifi was retired from the list of Atlantic hurricane names.

The corresponding name is the rather more serious sounding Frances. Your email address will not be published. Hollywood has long been a place and an industry where talented actors become superstars.

Humanity is no stranger to disaster, whether it be natural, military, ecological or health related. Skip to content. Hurricane Fifi — Share on facebook. Share on twitter. Share on linkedin. Leave a Comment Cancel Reply Your email address will not be published. Belize endured a direct landfall from Hurricane Fifi, however it suffered little damage compared to other countries. Hurricane Fifi devastated nearby Honduras. As the hurricane skimmed the coast of Honduras, it dropped a tremendous amount of rain.

In just 36 hours, mm 24 in of rain fell in the northern, mountainous regions. This immense amount of rainfall triggered mudslides and flash floods and caused rivers and streams to swell which, coupled with the winds, destroyed towns and villages in just 24 hours. Resultant inland flooding caused an incredible amount of damage. The Ulua River Valley was transformed into a lake 32 km 20 mi wide. The fishing industry also suffered as moorings were destroyed and ships grounded.

Most of the loss of life and damage occurred in Honduras. Hope, J. Atlantic Hurricane Season of