Hurricane Sandy hits Stamford's Coast
- Date Range
- October 29, 2012 – October 29, 2012
- Title
- Hurricane Sandy hits Stamford's Coast
- What occurred
- Also known as Superstorm Sandy, the category 3 hurricane hit Stamford's coast with 70 mph winds. Between Greenwich and New Haven, the storm surge that reached 9 feet. It was one of the most destructive storms to ever hit Connecticut. 1/3 of the city lost power, and it caused $360 million dollars worth of property damage.
- Location
- Coast of Stamford, mainly Cove Island Park
- Image Citation
- https://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/article/Hurricane-barrier-spared-Stamford-from-the-worst-12314331.php
- Student name(s)
- Nikola Newcomer