A "perfect Storm" at the right angle could eliminate New York City.
That said, let's be realistic: A Cat 5 or 4 or even a 3 that hits Punta Cana head on will create millions in damages, perhaps billions (US$). It will not kill a lot of people. Most of the land immediately inland from the coast is much higher than Myanmar's coastline. Construction is much stronger.
If this sort of storm were to travel along the South Coast, say from Punta Cana westward towards Santo Domingo and San Cristobal, yes, there would be horrific damage, but again little loss of life.
We have outstanding resources and warning systems in place to avoid such a disaster.
After David ('79) not much can happen here that has not already happened once.
HB at peace
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