Hurricane Laura (2020)
| Landfall | Aug. 27, 2020 |
|---|---|
| Where | Cameron, Louisiana |
| Strength at landfall | Category 4, about 150 mph sustained winds |
Laura was one of the strongest hurricanes to hit Louisiana, coming ashore in Cameron Parish at night.
What happened
- Storm surge of more than 15 feet swept the Cameron Parish coast.
- Extreme wind damaged much of Lake Charles, including high-rise buildings.
- Damaging winds reached far inland into central Louisiana.
Lessons for the next storm
Storm surge and flooding rain, not just wind, cause most of the damage and deaths in storms like Laura. Know your evacuation zone before the season, and leave when officials tell you to. See our hurricane prep guide and what the categories really mean.
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