Hurricane Larry Is Heading To Newfoundland & It Brings Haunting Memories Of A Deadly Past

Roughly 4,000 people died.

Hurricane Larry Is Heading To Newfoundland & It Brings Haunting Memories Of A Deadly Past
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With Hurricane Larry heading towards Atlantic Canada in the coming days, it is a reminder of the deadly hurricane that struck Newfoundland over 250 years ago.

According to The Weather Network, on Saturday, September 9, 1755, a hurricane hit Newfoundland, killing roughly 4,000 people.

The sea swell reached over 9 metres and it remains to this day the deadliest natural disaster in Canada's history, TWN explained.

According to Environment Canada, Hurricane Larry is expected to touch down in the province on Friday, September 10, with wind speeds from 120 to 130 km/h.

Stay safe, everyone!

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