1938 Hurricane

Date Range

September 21, 1938 – September 22, 1938

Title

1938 Hurricane

What occurred

The 1938 Hurricane hit Connecticut on the 21st of September. High winds and storm surge were responsible for most of the damage. Seaside homes were destroyed along the whole coastline. Beach cottages were carried miles inland, some intact and some in pieces. Railways along the shore were damaged and trains were pushed off tracks. This is still considered to be one of Connecticut's most destructive natural disasters.

Location

Stonington, Connecticut

Image Citation

https://connecticuthistoryillustrated.org/islandora/object/20002%3A860432979

Student name(s)

Kelci Gilot