This was possibly the most powerful storm on record to make landfall anywhere in the world.

The flood followed a powerful storm that dropped almost half a year's rainfall over two days.

There was little warning from forecasters, but some older people had noticed unusual signs beforehand and suspected that a powerful storm was approaching.

Most residents did not know a powerful storm was coming until four hours before landfall.

The hurricane causes severe waves and a powerful storm surge, damaging life guard stations and wrecking or washing 31 vessels ashore.