Hurricane Mitch, a Category 5 storm, struck Central America in 1998, bringing catastrophic rainfall and destruction. With winds reaching 180 mph, Mitch caused widespread flooding and landslides ...

The effects of Hurricane Mitch on informal settlement in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. VideoThe effects of Hurricane Mitch on informal settlement in Tegucigalpa, Honduras ...

In a worst-case scenario for the U.S., a major hurricane could hit Florida's Gulf coast, but forecasters say it would have to clear several hurdles.

Hurricane Rita formed. The storm brought heavy rainfall to the state again, and hit Texas as well, causing $12 billion in damages. It's often referred to as the "forgotten storm" of the horrific ...