TELENEWS WEEKLY VOLUME 14, ISSUES 37, 38, 39 & 40

Hurricane Donna was a devastating storm that caused significant damage across the Caribbean, Florida, and the eastern United States. It resulted in 117 deaths and left many areas, including Florida and New York, with severe damage and power outages. The storm's impact was felt from the Mid-Atlantic to New England, with high winds, flooding, and torrential rains causing widespread destruction. Federal aid was required for the affected areas, and the storm was one of the most destructive to hit the region.

What was the wind speed of Hurricane Donna when it hit the Caribbean?

• 100 mph

• 175 mph

• 125 mph

• 150 mph

Which area was designated a major disaster area due to Hurricane Donna?

• The Gulf Coast

• The Mid-Atlantic Coast

• The Caribbean

• Florida

Which states were affected by Hurricane Donna as it moved up the Mid-Atlantic Coast?

• North Carolina and Virginia

• Maryland and Delaware

• Georgia and South Carolina

• New Jersey and Pennsylvania

What was the impact of Hurricane Donna on Staten Island?

• Only power outages

• No significant damage

• A breach in a dike

• Minimal flooding

What challenge did boat owners face during Hurricane Donna in New York?

• Heavy snowfall

• High tides turning inland

• Lack of fuel

• High winds