These are 5 of the worst hurricanes to have made landfall in the US

These are 5 of the worst hurricanes to have made landfall in the US

There have been a lot of memorable hurricanes over the years that have affected the United States — from Maine to Texas. The devastation from these storms can vary significantly, from wind damage to flooding, to injuries and death.

There have been a lot of memorable hurricanes over the years that have affected the United States — from Maine to Texas. The devastation from these storms can vary significantly, from wind damage to flooding, to injuries and death.

Hurricane Dorian picking up steam, menacing Florida

Hurricane Dorian picking up steam, menacing Florida

Leaving mercifully little damage in its wake in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, a strengthening Hurricane Dorian posed an increasing menace to Florida on Thursday as it swirled toward a possible direct hit on the state over Labor Day weekend.

Leaving mercifully little damage in its wake in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, a strengthening Hurricane Dorian posed an increasing menace to Florida on Thursday as it swirled toward a possible direct hit on the state over Labor Day weekend.

Be prepared: If you’re in the path of a hurricane, here’s what to do

Be prepared: If you’re in the path of a hurricane, here’s what to do

When a hurricane strikes, things can go from fine to fatal in the blink of an eye, but being prepared for any outcome and having strong plans for all scenarios can significantly lessen the threat to you, your home and your loved ones.

When a hurricane strikes, things can go from fine to fatal in the blink of an eye, but being prepared for any outcome and having strong plans for all scenarios can significantly lessen the threat to you, your home and your loved ones.

Dorian hits US Virgin Islands as Category 1 hurricane

Dorian hits US Virgin Islands as Category 1 hurricane

Dorian became a Category 1 hurricane on Wednesday as it struck the U.S. Virgin Islands, with forecasters saying it could grow to Category 3 status as it nears the U.S. mainland as early as the weekend.

Dorian became a Category 1 hurricane on Wednesday as it struck the U.S. Virgin Islands, with forecasters saying it could grow to Category 3 status as it nears the U.S. mainland as early as the weekend.

Volunteers rush to transport shelter animals threatened by Barry out of storm's path

Volunteers rush to transport shelter animals threatened by Barry out of storm's path

A multistate rescue effort helped secure and transport more than 120 cats and dogs to safety on Friday, removing them from shelters in Louisiana in anticipation of Tropical Storm Barry.

A multistate rescue effort helped secure and transport more than 120 cats and dogs to safety on Friday, removing them from shelters in Louisiana in anticipation of Tropical Storm Barry.

Woman speaks out after spotting funnel cloud over Valley
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Woman speaks out after spotting funnel cloud over Valley

A funnel cloud has been spotted over the Valley as rain and snow are expected to hit Arizona through Wednesday. FOX 10's Jennifer Martinez reports.

A funnel cloud has been spotted over the Valley as rain and snow are expected to hit Arizona through Wednesday. FOX 10's Jennifer Martinez reports.

Payson residents head for grocery stores before the snowstorm
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Payson residents head for grocery stores before the snowstorm

As a big winter storm heads for parts of Northern Arizona, people rushed to the grocery stores before they get snowed in. FOX 10's Anita Roman reports.

As a big winter storm heads for parts of Northern Arizona, people rushed to the grocery stores before they get snowed in. FOX 10's Anita Roman reports.

Businesses dealing with flood damage following rain from remnants of Rosa
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Businesses dealing with flood damage following rain from remnants of Rosa

Many Valley businesses are still reeling from Tuesday's flood, and they're gearing up for more rain later this week. FOX 10's Jenniver Auh reports.

Many Valley businesses are still reeling from Tuesday's flood, and they're gearing up for more rain later this week. FOX 10's Jenniver Auh reports.

Hurricane Harvey likely to boost gas prices for US drivers
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Hurricane Harvey likely to boost gas prices for US drivers

Hurricane Harvey is expected to hit a refinery-rich stretch of the Gulf Coast and U.S. drivers could soon see the impact at the gas pump.

Hurricane Harvey is expected to hit a refinery-rich stretch of the Gulf Coast and U.S. drivers could soon see the impact at the gas pump.