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Originally Posted by Hillbilly
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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While I agree with part of your statement....that it can happen, I question the statement I highlighted.....where were these resources and warnings systems when Noel and Olga passed thru. (oh that's right, the DR Weather people are off on SUNDAYS!)
Having spent almost 20 weeks in SD, working with an importer and TRYING to get the government to live up to it's responsibilities (instead of asking for global handouts)....the correct answer is....
It's not a matter of if it will happen in the DR....it's only a matter of WHERE and WHEN.....
Don't depend on anyone except yourself!