Isaac's Impacts: Destruction from 'Just a Cat 1' Storm

Thursday, August 30, 2012 - 17:00 in Mathematics & Economics

When Hurricane Isaac swept ashore as a Category 1 storm, its destructive power seemingly took some by surprise. As images of submerged houses and news of dramatic rooftop rescues made the rounds, the Web was abuzz with expressions of disbelief that a mere "Cat 1" storm could be the culprit for the catastrophe unfolding before people's eyes. [More]

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