Why was the damage of the Labor Day Hurricane so bad? (1 point)
• Thousands of people died from the hurricane.
• People weren't able to prepare for the hurricane.
• The hurricane destroyed the
entire state.
• This land was underdeveloped.
The options given for why the damage of the Labor Day Hurricane was so bad are as follows:
1) Thousands of people died from the hurricane: This is a correct statement. The Labor Day Hurricane of 1935 caused a high death toll, with estimates ranging from 408 to over 600 fatalities, making it one of the deadliest hurricanes in U.S. history.
2) People weren't able to prepare for the hurricane: While it is possible that some individuals may not have been able to adequately prepare for the hurricane, this statement alone does not fully explain the extent of the damage.
3) The hurricane destroyed the entire state: This statement is incorrect. While the Labor Day Hurricane caused significant destruction, it did not destroy the entire state of Florida or any other state.
4) This land was underdeveloped: This statement is partially correct. The area affected by the Labor Day Hurricane, specifically the Florida Keys, was indeed somewhat underdeveloped compared to more populated areas. This, along with limited infrastructure at the time, contributed to the high death toll and challenges in responding to and recovering from the hurricane.