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Hurricane Irma is already larger, stronger, and potentially more fatal than Harvey - and it's not over yet.
Irma has sent the Caribbean and several southern States into crisis mode after reportedly destroying '95 percent' of Saint-Martin, Barbuda, and the British Virgin Islands. Millions of people have been left stranded and homeless with no access to water, electricity or phone service, and at least 10 are dead. The Bahamas and Cuba are bracing for a similarly devastating impact, as is the State of Florida, which is currently being completely evacuated.
Scroll down to see chilling photos of the damage caused by the harrowing storm so far, and if you are in an area at risk of being affected, heed all warnings by relevant authorities and make your way to a safe place. If you would like to help, find more info here.
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People Evacuating Their Chickens
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Popular Ivan's Stress Free Bar On Jost Van Dyke In The British Virgin Islands (Before And After Irma Damage)
#3
Dogs Take Refuge From The Rain As Hurricane Irma Makes Its Entry Into Samana, Dominican Republic, On Thursday
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Paraquita Bay (Before And After Irma Damage)
#5
Bizarre Scene Along The Coast Of Saint Martin After Roofs Were Torn Off Houses And Blown Off In To The Streets
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Popular Honky Tonk Bar In Philipsburg St Martin (Before And After Irma Damage)
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Beach Plaza Hotel In St Martin (Before And After Irma Damage)
Joseph Dylan Wilkinson 5 years ago
That one man to the side thinking "Let's go to the islands, they said. It'll be fun, they said."
#8
Wind Swept Cars Are Piled On Top Of One Another In Marigot, Saint Martin, After The Passage Of Hurricane Irma
#9
A Woman Looks At Empty Shelves That Are Normally Filled With Bottles Of Water After Puerto Rico Governor Ricardo Rossello Declared A State Of Emergency In San Juan, Puerto Rico
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Aftermath From Hurricane Irma In Puerto Rico
Taryn Wallace 8 years ago
This is so sad I have a bunch of family there and it was so scary to see this happening and not knowing if they were ok.
#12
The Aftermath Of Hurricane Irma On Saint Martin
William Teach 8 years ago
Realistically, it doesn't look that bad. No roofs missing, no debris in the streets. Barely see any roof tiles missing.
#13
The Hotel Mercure In Marigot, Saint Martin, Is Left In Ruins Following An Impact From Hurricane Irma
#14
Dolphin Discovery Attraction On Tortola In The Virgin Islands (Before And After Irma Damage)
Jocelyn 8 years ago
i hope the dolphins are finally back where they belong: free and in the ocean!
J Browne 8 years ago
The problem is these dolphins cannot fend for themselves in the wild as they are used to human care and they are not even from this ocean, so they wouldn't fit in with their kind. One might hope they would have stuck around so that they can be put back but as someone who has worked with them it would be better if they were free even if a short time rather than go back to a life of giving humans rides for food. This place will probably go back and buy more dolphins, creating more demand and slaughter in Taiji. It should be outlawed!
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katarina 8 years ago
Do you realize that they didn't actually keep dolphins, the attraction took people out onto the ocean to see dolphins. I don't understand why you have to be so rude even in a time of tragedy.
Sarah Trnr 8 years ago
so glad you said this! I was actually genuinely worried about the welfare of the dolphins!
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Jenn Babos 8 years ago
Probably better for the animals if they could escape! Resorts like these that keep dolphins as attractions just fuel the fire that is the Taiji dolphin hunt!
Missy Finley 8 years ago
I feel no pity for a place that holds captive dolphins mere feet from the ocean where they should be. I hope it was completely destroyed.
Alicia Nguyen 8 years ago
They messed with the color so it makes the bottom picture look worse than it actually is
Joannie Goulet 8 years ago
More like the color on the first one were doctored to be more attractive to tourists. The bottom one look like it's been taken without taking the time to adjust the camera for the shot (like most people do).
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Pamela Miller 8 years ago
are the dolphins dead or have they escaped? if they are free, hope their natural instincts and behavior are strong to survive without human interference.
Brandon Paltoo 8 years ago
The dolphins here are unfortunately not well enough the care for themselves some are blind and one was left as a baby. None are really wild.
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Rosemary Moreland 8 years ago
Losing foliage and trees always makes a scene look more devastating.
B Cool 8 years ago
Hahaha, yea, when you show up for your "dolphin discovery" with your little postcard in hand (picture A) and you see what it REALLY looks like.....a dolphin prison (picture B)
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#15
Rescue Staff From The Municipal Emergency Management Agency Investigate An Empty Flooded Car During The Passage Of Hurricane Irma Through The Northeastern Part Of The Island In Fajardo, Puerto Rico
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Smoke Rises From A Fire Amid Debris And Damaged Buildings In Marigot, Near The Bay Of Nettle, On The French Island Of Saint Martin On Wednesday
#17
Broken Palm Trees On The Beach Of The Hotel Mercure In Marigot, Saint Martin
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Luxury Yachts Were Destroyed And Sunk As Huge Waves Battered The Coast Of St Martin Overnight
Penalty Bahx 8 years ago
Rich or not . Some one worked hard to have those items . I wouldn't wish this on any one . Don't be salty . It's unbecoming.
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A Lone Police Car On Patrol During The Passing Of Hurricane Irma On September 6, 2017 In Fajardo, Puerto Rico
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An Aerial Photograph Taken And Released By The Dutch Department Of Defense On Wednesday, Shows The Damage Of Hurricane Irma On The Princess Juliana International Airport And Simpson Bay Beach On The Dutch Caribbean Territory Of Sint Maarten
#21
A Damaged Home In Marigot, Saint Martin, Is Left Filled With Sand After The Passage Of Hurricane Irma
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An Employee From An Electrical Company Works To Remove A Tree Felled By Hurricane Irma, In Sanchez, Dominican Republic, On Thursday
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A Man Walks Among Debris As Hurricane Irma Moves Off The Northern Coast Of The Dominican Republic, In Nagua
Maggie Dougherty 8 years ago
Look at all that foliage everywhere! I think it will take many people, to rebuild this community!
#24
Members Of The Civil Defence Run As Hurricane Irma Howls Past Puerto Rico
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The Interior Of A Home In Marigot, Saint Martin, Is Left Filled With Sand Following The Passage Of Hurricane Irma
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Princess Juliana Airport (Before And After Irma Damage)
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A Woman Pushes Out Floodwaters On Her Property After The Passing Of Hurricane Irma, In St. John's, Antigua
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Families Gather At A Shelter In A Local Church During The Evening Before The Arrival Of Hurricane Irma In Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic
Christina Waide 8 years ago
I can't imagine how horrible it would be to be homeless with children. Single without children would be bad enough-so much more manageable-but kids must add another layer to the nightmare.
#29
Debris Is Seen During A Storm Surge Near The Puerto Chico Harbor In Fajardo, Puerto Rico
Erika Glam 8 years ago
@maverick rudometkin you made a joke on a couple of the other pictures (and your sarcasm does not help) this is a serious issue
#30
An Aerial Photograph Taken And Released By The Dutch Department Of Defense On Wednesday Shows The Damage Of Hurricane Irma On The Dutch Caribbean Island Of Sint Maarten
Kay Goodwin 8 years ago
Doesn't look real. It's like a child play set scattered about. Think this shows how strong the wind was best.
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Aftermath Of Hurricane Irma In St. Martin
#32
Damaged Cars Are Seen On A St. Martin Beach
#33
A Man Rests On A Cot Inside A Shelter Set Up At The Berta Zalduondo Elementary School During The Passage Of Hurricane Irma In Fajardo, Puerto Rico
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People Pick Up Debris As Hurricane Irma Howls Past In Fajardo, Puerto Rico, On Wednesday
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Waves Crash Against A Seawall As Hurricane Irma Slams Fajardo, Puerto Rico, On Wednesday
Maggie Dougherty 8 years ago
I cannot the heartache, of waiting for the hurricane to arrive, and trying to stay safe!
#36
Car Was Left Overturned After Hurricane Irma Smashed In St Martin
#37
Locals Walk Through The Ruins Of A Harbour Area On The Island Of Saint Martin After The Hurricane Left It In Ruins
#38
An Aerial Photograph Taken And Released By The Dutch Department Of Defense On Wednesday Shows The Damage Of Hurricane Irma In Philipsburg, Sint Maarten
Lisa Holdsworth 8 years ago
its desperately sad, but the photos are fascinating to look at and wonder why some buildings look untouched and other completely destroyed, even next to each other!
#39
Piles Of Debris And A Boat Are Washed Up Onto Shore In Marigot, Saint Martin, After The Passage Of Hurricane Irma
#40
A Woman Pulls A Travel Case On A Rock Scattered Road In The Aftermath Of Hurricane Irma In Fajardo, Puerto Rico
#41
Shoppers Wait In Line For The Arrival Of A Shipment Of Water During Preparations For The Impending Arrival Of Hurricane Irma In Altamonte Springs, Fla.
#42
A House Reduced To Rubble On The French-administered Territory Of St Bart, After The Passage Of Hurricane Irma
#43
Pleasure Crafts Lie Crammed Against The Shore In Paraquita Bay As The Eye Of Hurricane Irma Passed Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Maggie Dougherty 8 years ago
How are they going to untangle these boats? Lots of cranes, right?
#44
A Car Is Left Turned Onto Its Side From Hurricane Winds In Marigot, Saint Martin, On Wednesday
#45
Damaged Books And Debris Is Sprawled Throughout The Streets Of Marigot, Saint Martin
#46
A Man Reacts In The Winds And Rain As Hurricane Irma Slammed Across Islands In The Northern Caribbean On Wednesday, In Luquillo, Puerto Rico
#49
Cars Are Left Piled On Top Of One Another At The Hotel Mercure In Marigot, Saint Martin
Wayne Monastra 8 years ago
Yes but even if you leave your car lights on...you only see a brake light when your foot is on the brake??
#50
Cars Were Crushed By Flying Debris And Roofs Were Torn Off Houses On Saint Martin As The Storms Hit
#51
Palm Trees Buckle Under Winds And Rain As Hurricane Irma Slammed Across Islands In The Northern Caribbean In Fajardo, Puerto Rico
#53
Police Patrol The Area As Hurricane Irma Slams Across Islands In The Northern Caribbean On Wednesday, In San Juan, Puerto Rico
#54
A Man Carrying An Umbrella Walks On A Street In Puerto Rico
#55
Haitian People Walk Through The Wind And Rain On A Beach, In Cap-haitien As Hurricane Irma Approaches
Maverick rudometkin 8 years ago
i think nature should cut Haiti some slack, they already suffer enough
#56
A Man Surveys The Wreckage On His Property After The Passing Of Hurricane Irma, In St. John's, Antigua And Barbuda
#57
Cars Remain Outside A Destroyed Building With Debris That Was Flow On To The Ground Below By The High Winds Of Irma In St Martin
#58
Damaged Street Of Gustavia On Saint-barthelemy In The Caribbean
#59
This Image Shows A Destroyed House On The Island Of Barbuda After Hurricane Irma Hit The Island
Susan Forbes 8 years ago
This is why you build the most solid house you can. He'll have less rebuilding than a lot of other people
#60
A Photo Taken On September 6, 2017 Shows A Damaged Building At The Hotel Mercure In Marigot, Near The Bay Of Nettle, On The French Collectivity Of Saint Martin, After The Passage Of Hurricane Irma
#61
Waves Crash Against The Shore As Hurricane Irma Moves Off From The Northern Coast Of The Dominican Republic, In Puerto Plata
#62
A Fisherman Removes Equipment From His Wooden Boat As A Precaution Against Hurricane Irma, In Port-au-prince, Haiti
Vasco Duarte 8 years ago
Did you notice the amount of trash in the water? We can tell is a touristic place alright!
#65
Two People Have Died After The Record-breaking Storm Swept Through St Martin And St Barts
#66
Waves Break Over A Dock As Hurricane Irma Slammed Across Islands In The Northern Caribbean, In Fajardo, Puerto Rico, On Wednesday
#70
Sylvia Lamzo, 69, Sits On A Folding Bed At An Emergency Center As Hurricane Irma Approaches Puerto Rico In Fajardo
Stefano Aprea 8 years ago
it's so hard and sad to wait for the hurricane to pass, thinking constantly of your house, your relatives, your friends...I think Madame got also a knee surgery on right knee, making worst the actual situation...
#71
A Rescue Team From The Local Emergency Management Agency Inspects Flooded Areas After The Passing Of Hurricane Irma On Wednesday In Fajardo, Puerto Rico
#72
Parked Cars Were Thrown Around Like Rag Dolls During The Powerful Hurricane
#73
The Popular Ivan's Stress Free Bar On Jost Van Dyke In The British Virgin Islands (Before And After Irma Damage)
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The Luxury Eden Rock Hotel On St Barts (Before And After Irma Damage)
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Nancy E 8 years ago
This is where there should be no remarks that aren't positive. We all need to pull together & help any way we can.
FABULOUS1 8 years ago
This is one of the reasons why I love this site over going to sites like yahoo and such because there is sometimes one bad apple in the bunch that says something horribly mean. But on BP you don't get that that often people are sympathetic and seem to truly care.
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frank0ys 8 years ago
...Hurricane Irma and there are other 2 more coming in. Evacuate when you must and please stay safe.
ih8liberals 8 years ago
I've lived through several major hurricanes in my life, rebuilt and moved on, but I have to say, I can not even imagine being on an island during such a massive storm, literally having no where to go. What a horrific situation for them
April W 8 years ago
This is tragic and devastating. Pray for everyone in Irma's path. The story was wrong in one regard though - Florida is not being completely evacuated. Just some southern and coastal counties. And those evacuating are often just traveling to a more northern and central area of Florida, like Orlando. We're bracing for Sunday - wish us luck.
Richard Lawson 8 years ago
#5 suggests that they should take a look at roof technology. Ground anchors and chains come to mind.
Marina Heilman 8 years ago
My sis built a geodesic dome house in Miami which has withstood these monsters well.
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Judy Jewell 8 years ago
We're 150 miles from the gulf and often get serious damage, heavy rains and lose power because of smaller hurricanes. To put things in perspective, Irma is 600 miles wide, Atlanta is 600 miles away. What you see on t.v. or even from personal pics on line nothing come close to the reality. If you can, donate to local charities rather than national organizations. This will ensure your donation will go to the people who need it most.
Jan Davies 8 years ago
Life at its worst, nature at its most magnificent, nothing can control the force of nature, if you are in its path it will walk right over you, My heart goes out to all involved, I can not imagine how anyone survives such forces. My prayers are with you all.
Debra Bailey 8 years ago
These aren't even real photos of the before and after! The one at the hotel shows different floors after the destruction as well as different wall colors! Wth why would someone take false photos? People r in real danger it's NOT a joke! Frig off
Ginger Johnson 8 years ago
I really have no idea why I am looking at these photos it's so devastating I really wish I could go to help but im not allowed outside of my house this week
Sarah Lennie 8 years ago
The eye and eye wall are passing over the keys as I type this, and I can't help but think of those who didn't evacuate. Apparently the storm surge is higher than predicated too; breaks my heart. :(
Michael Ramirez 8 years ago
I like how the before pics are vivid and colored. And the after pics are all washed out and gloomy. Nice effect
Bette House Tetreault 8 years ago
Please, someone, help me understand this.........I have relatives in Florida who chose to stay there because they have "storm shutters". How are storm shutters going to help, with winds as strong as this hurricane has??? I truly don't understand why anyone would chose to stay in the path of oncoming hurricane. I also don't understand why people didn't start leaving days and days ago. They have been telling people for days that a hurricane is coming.
Jaiden Stevens 8 years ago
66% of animals released from captivity die. Lets hope they were safely evacuated instead of thrown into a environment theyre entirely unable to handle.
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Margie Lazou 8 years ago
So, this is what I get from this: rich people lost their pleasure boats and their casinos, poor people lost their homes and livelihoods. The realization doesn't make me feel any better.
Susan Asbury McCormack 8 years ago
Frustrated that all those people on the other side of the world and we can't do anything to help them. It is amazing in no time they will have cleaned up and rebuilt and it will be just a nightmare.
Mpho Moreki 8 years ago
We're all praying for you,may the hand of Lord be upon you and protect you and your family from any harm😭😭😭We Love You and We're There With You In Prayers From South Africa & All Over The World.. He is still God even in bad times and he's looking after you.
Julia Sellberg 8 years ago
Question: where are the pictures from Asia where already more than 1200 people have died due to storm and rain?
Ben Smith 8 years ago
They're everywhere. Including BP. There is enough love, support and prayers to go around for everyone affected by terrible storms worldwide.
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Jaiden Stevens 8 years ago
these are mainly caribbean islands where people cant afford to build much else. Even concrete buildings were destroyed. Take that shrug and shove it.
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Maksimiljan Oberstar 8 years ago
Nature: 1 | Humans: 0. Nature will always fight back, which is NEVER a bad thing. Disaster or not, we kind of deserve that.
Jaiden Stevens 8 years ago
NOBODY deserves their home destroyed. NOBODY deserves their city destroyed. Youre a cruel person if you think innocent people being devastated is deserved.
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Casimir Weston 8 years ago
"Horrifying" is the absolute wrong word to use here....what kind of news is this ????...some storm damage...is all...!!!
Jaiden Stevens 8 years ago
pople losing their homes, livelihoods, towns, and loved ones. thats all!! jesus, watch your mouth, idiot.
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Master Markus 8 years ago
Why do hurricanes get the least threatening names ever? Also, why are there people saying "pray for us"? If prayers worked, there wouldn't BE hurricanes.
Nova Cash 8 years ago
For some people there's nothing else they can do but pray. It's better than feeling so much helplessness
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Nancy E 8 years ago
This is where there should be no remarks that aren't positive. We all need to pull together & help any way we can.
FABULOUS1 8 years ago
This is one of the reasons why I love this site over going to sites like yahoo and such because there is sometimes one bad apple in the bunch that says something horribly mean. But on BP you don't get that that often people are sympathetic and seem to truly care.
Load More Replies... frank0ys 8 years ago
...Hurricane Irma and there are other 2 more coming in. Evacuate when you must and please stay safe.
ih8liberals 8 years ago
I've lived through several major hurricanes in my life, rebuilt and moved on, but I have to say, I can not even imagine being on an island during such a massive storm, literally having no where to go. What a horrific situation for them
April W 8 years ago
This is tragic and devastating. Pray for everyone in Irma's path. The story was wrong in one regard though - Florida is not being completely evacuated. Just some southern and coastal counties. And those evacuating are often just traveling to a more northern and central area of Florida, like Orlando. We're bracing for Sunday - wish us luck.
Richard Lawson 8 years ago
#5 suggests that they should take a look at roof technology. Ground anchors and chains come to mind.
Marina Heilman 8 years ago
My sis built a geodesic dome house in Miami which has withstood these monsters well.
Load More Replies... Judy Jewell 8 years ago
We're 150 miles from the gulf and often get serious damage, heavy rains and lose power because of smaller hurricanes. To put things in perspective, Irma is 600 miles wide, Atlanta is 600 miles away. What you see on t.v. or even from personal pics on line nothing come close to the reality. If you can, donate to local charities rather than national organizations. This will ensure your donation will go to the people who need it most.
Jan Davies 8 years ago
Life at its worst, nature at its most magnificent, nothing can control the force of nature, if you are in its path it will walk right over you, My heart goes out to all involved, I can not imagine how anyone survives such forces. My prayers are with you all.
Debra Bailey 8 years ago
These aren't even real photos of the before and after! The one at the hotel shows different floors after the destruction as well as different wall colors! Wth why would someone take false photos? People r in real danger it's NOT a joke! Frig off
Ginger Johnson 8 years ago
I really have no idea why I am looking at these photos it's so devastating I really wish I could go to help but im not allowed outside of my house this week
Sarah Lennie 8 years ago
The eye and eye wall are passing over the keys as I type this, and I can't help but think of those who didn't evacuate. Apparently the storm surge is higher than predicated too; breaks my heart. :(
Michael Ramirez 8 years ago
I like how the before pics are vivid and colored. And the after pics are all washed out and gloomy. Nice effect
Bette House Tetreault 8 years ago
Please, someone, help me understand this.........I have relatives in Florida who chose to stay there because they have "storm shutters". How are storm shutters going to help, with winds as strong as this hurricane has??? I truly don't understand why anyone would chose to stay in the path of oncoming hurricane. I also don't understand why people didn't start leaving days and days ago. They have been telling people for days that a hurricane is coming.
Jaiden Stevens 8 years ago
66% of animals released from captivity die. Lets hope they were safely evacuated instead of thrown into a environment theyre entirely unable to handle.
Load More Replies... Margie Lazou 8 years ago
So, this is what I get from this: rich people lost their pleasure boats and their casinos, poor people lost their homes and livelihoods. The realization doesn't make me feel any better.
Susan Asbury McCormack 8 years ago
Frustrated that all those people on the other side of the world and we can't do anything to help them. It is amazing in no time they will have cleaned up and rebuilt and it will be just a nightmare.
Mpho Moreki 8 years ago
We're all praying for you,may the hand of Lord be upon you and protect you and your family from any harm😭😭😭We Love You and We're There With You In Prayers From South Africa & All Over The World.. He is still God even in bad times and he's looking after you.
Julia Sellberg 8 years ago
Question: where are the pictures from Asia where already more than 1200 people have died due to storm and rain?
Ben Smith 8 years ago
They're everywhere. Including BP. There is enough love, support and prayers to go around for everyone affected by terrible storms worldwide.
Load More Replies... Jaiden Stevens 8 years ago
these are mainly caribbean islands where people cant afford to build much else. Even concrete buildings were destroyed. Take that shrug and shove it.
Load More Replies... Maksimiljan Oberstar 8 years ago
Nature: 1 | Humans: 0. Nature will always fight back, which is NEVER a bad thing. Disaster or not, we kind of deserve that.
Jaiden Stevens 8 years ago
NOBODY deserves their home destroyed. NOBODY deserves their city destroyed. Youre a cruel person if you think innocent people being devastated is deserved.
Load More Replies... Casimir Weston 8 years ago
"Horrifying" is the absolute wrong word to use here....what kind of news is this ????...some storm damage...is all...!!!
Jaiden Stevens 8 years ago
pople losing their homes, livelihoods, towns, and loved ones. thats all!! jesus, watch your mouth, idiot.
Load More Replies... Master Markus 8 years ago
Why do hurricanes get the least threatening names ever? Also, why are there people saying "pray for us"? If prayers worked, there wouldn't BE hurricanes.
Nova Cash 8 years ago
For some people there's nothing else they can do but pray. It's better than feeling so much helplessness
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