93 Powerful Photos From Hurricane Harvey That Show The Devastating Power Of Nature
Hurricane Harvey is currently devastating southeastern Texas, including the city of Houston. Disastrous flooding, winds gusting up to 95 km/h, and even tornadoes have already caused billions of dollars in property damage, and have reportedly claimed at least 9 lives. Since Harvey made landfall at Rockport, Texas, in the early hours of August 26th, the Internet has become inundated with harrowing photos and stories from affected areas - stories of tragedy, rescue, community and generosity. We're bringing you the ones that are making headlines, and stirring hearts, worldwide.
If you would like to help the victims of Hurricane Harvey, Houston mayor Sylvester Turner has set up an emergency relief fund which can be found here.
Scroll down the see the storm that is being called "the worst disaster in Texas history" for yourself. Our thoughts are with all those touched by this event.
#1 A Furniture Store In Texas Is Providing Shelter And Food For Hurricane Victims
#2 A Dog Named Otis Is Walking Around Sinton Tx Carrying A Entire Bag Of Dog Food With Him
#3 This Policeman Worked Countless Hours Helping Victims Of Hurricane Harvey Until He Passed Out From Exhaustion
#4 Dog Hanging On During Houston Flooding. She Was Rescued!
#5 Texans Refuse To Leave Pets Behind As They Flee
#6 Floater Baby - Mother Who Was Waiting For Rescue During The Hurricane Shared A Picture Of Her Baby Floating In A Large Plastic Container
#10 My Friends Out Rescuing People And Pets In Houston Today And Taking A Break For Donuts. Closed Unfortunately. Good People!
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One my best friends went to Houston to visit her mom right before Harvey hit. She's now stuck in her house (house is not flooded but neighborhood is so can't leave) and can't return home for several weeks. Another friend of mine is down there with his boats and jet skis (owns a rental company) and is rescuing ppl. Meanwhile, I'm stuck in Ohio. I've been super sick for about 2 weeks now and I can't do anything but read about what's happening from online 😔 Born and raised 7th generaton texan I know how strong Texans are and that if anything this will bring us closer together. I hope and pray everyone will be ok, stay safe.
I am also someone with lots of family in Houston trapped because of Harvey and I live in southwest Ohio . And I'm sick too because of my allergies .
It seems like everyone in Ohio is sick right now 😂 guess there is just something going around.
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I have a question- this happens in US a lot...Why do people still build their homes from wood which get blown away & destroyed so easily? I know someone explained to me that wood is cheaper...But is it worth to keep losing everything every time this shit happens? Im not from there, and dont know all the details, so please someone explain this to me. (Prayers go out to all people in Texas)
Well, the damage from this storm came from excessive rain and flooding, and so unless you built your house on stilts, nothing would prevent the damage. For wind damage from hurricanes and tornadoes, the answer mostly lies in less expensive construction. You can get a lot more house for the money with wood than with stone or concrete. Although in South Florida after Hurricane Andrew in 1992, building codes were changed to require more concrete. Also, developers are often to blame, and lax codes, basically greed. Everyone's just gambling that the worst won't happen to them.
Before I left texas we were also starting to get earthquakes, so really between flooding, earthquakes, tornadoes and hurricanes no house is safe.
Problem is there is nothing that truly withstand hurricanes. Even materials rated to Cat 3 storms can give way, and that's about the best rating that building materials have. I'd rather have a wood house falling down around me than a stone house that would crush me.
Developers knowingly build cheap homes in dangerous areas to sell to people who don't know any better. Profit ends up taking priority over safety or longevity. Additionally, natural disasters are a bit of a gambling game. In a population of millions, there will always be those willing to settle for riskier options in hopes that they aren't affected.
Total, out-of-control, crying tantrum in three... two... one
I would love come and help with the rescue how can I help.
One my best friends went to Houston to visit her mom right before Harvey hit. She's now stuck in her house (house is not flooded but neighborhood is so can't leave) and can't return home for several weeks. Another friend of mine is down there with his boats and jet skis (owns a rental company) and is rescuing ppl. Meanwhile, I'm stuck in Ohio. I've been super sick for about 2 weeks now and I can't do anything but read about what's happening from online 😔 Born and raised 7th generaton texan I know how strong Texans are and that if anything this will bring us closer together. I hope and pray everyone will be ok, stay safe.
I am also someone with lots of family in Houston trapped because of Harvey and I live in southwest Ohio . And I'm sick too because of my allergies .
It seems like everyone in Ohio is sick right now 😂 guess there is just something going around.
This comment is hidden. Click here to view.
Do you have a pay pal account, in case if you have you can get an extra 400 weekly to your profit working on the internet 2 hours each day.. check this link Goood luck___________ http://cutt.us/oslsq
Ye
I have a question- this happens in US a lot...Why do people still build their homes from wood which get blown away & destroyed so easily? I know someone explained to me that wood is cheaper...But is it worth to keep losing everything every time this shit happens? Im not from there, and dont know all the details, so please someone explain this to me. (Prayers go out to all people in Texas)
Well, the damage from this storm came from excessive rain and flooding, and so unless you built your house on stilts, nothing would prevent the damage. For wind damage from hurricanes and tornadoes, the answer mostly lies in less expensive construction. You can get a lot more house for the money with wood than with stone or concrete. Although in South Florida after Hurricane Andrew in 1992, building codes were changed to require more concrete. Also, developers are often to blame, and lax codes, basically greed. Everyone's just gambling that the worst won't happen to them.
Before I left texas we were also starting to get earthquakes, so really between flooding, earthquakes, tornadoes and hurricanes no house is safe.
Problem is there is nothing that truly withstand hurricanes. Even materials rated to Cat 3 storms can give way, and that's about the best rating that building materials have. I'd rather have a wood house falling down around me than a stone house that would crush me.
Developers knowingly build cheap homes in dangerous areas to sell to people who don't know any better. Profit ends up taking priority over safety or longevity. Additionally, natural disasters are a bit of a gambling game. In a population of millions, there will always be those willing to settle for riskier options in hopes that they aren't affected.
Total, out-of-control, crying tantrum in three... two... one
I would love come and help with the rescue how can I help.