Rhian Morgan

East Asia is a fascinating place with a rich history and culture.

East Asia is home to some of the world's oldest civilizations, including the Chinese civilization, Japanese, and Korean. East Asia is also home to some of the world's most populous countries, with China and India both home to more than 1 bn people. 

This is one of the most economically prosperous regions in the world. Countries like Japan and South Korea are among the most developed in the world, while China is rapidly growing. Each country has its own unique culture and history, which makes for a fascinating travel destination. 

East Asia is home to some of the world's most iconic landmarks, including the Great Wall of China, Mount Fuji, and the Taj Mahal. These landmarks are popular tourist destinations for people from all over the world. While Shanghai, China, is one of the busiest ports in the world and a major center for trade and commerce. 

The food is also incredibly diverse and delicious. From Chinese dumplings to Japanese sushi, there are endless options to explore. This is also home to some of the most beautiful and impressive landscapes in the world. From the towering mountains of China to the stunning beaches of South Korea, there is something for everyone to enjoy. 

Finally, This is a region that is constantly changing and evolving. With new technologies and innovations emerging every day, there is always something new to explore. So be sure to add this place to your travel bucket list and you will not regret it.

If you have enjoyed reading some facts about East Asia, then read on to find out more, including facts about its geography, history, culture, and economy.

In 1983, Hurricane Alicia made landfall in Galveston as a Category 3 storm.

It was the first major hurricane to hit Texas in more than 20 years. The storm caused extensive damage and resulted in 21 deaths.

Originating from a disturbance in the northern Gulf of Mexico, Hurricane Alicia rapidly took the form of a tropical storm and made landfall in the Greater Houston area of southeast Texas. Even though the hurricane was comparatively small in size, it caused significant destruction in its wake.

Later, when the situation was under control, it was observed that Alicia was by far the costliest Atlantic hurricane of the time, with a damage toll of $3 bn (£2.3 bn).

On August 14, 1983, a tropical storm formed in Mexico and became known as Alicia. With time, it kept strengthening and became a Category Three major hurricane on August 17, where it had reached the south-western end of Galveston Island.

From there, the storm moved towards East Texas, and on its way passed west of Downtown Houston. On August 20, 1983, Alicia moved over Oklahoma and, the following day, it passed through Nebraska before dissipating completely.

After hurricane Allen hit South Texas in 1980, the United States enjoyed its longest hurricane-free period in the 20th century (lasting more than three years). As the first hurricane after Allen, Alicia broke the country's peaceful run and became the most destructive hurricane of the time.

The hurricane warning was followed by the evacuation of up to 80,000 coastal people from the coasts of Louisiana and south-east Texas.

It is recorded that, during the storm, a 12 ft (3.7 m) high tide flooded nearby communities and sank multiple ships.

However, most of the damage came from extremely strong winds that hit the south-western area of Galveston Island at a speed of 130 mph (210 kph). It was the first time after Hurricane Anita (1977) that the United States faced a major hurricane that originated in the Gulf of Mexico.

Hurricane Alicia is considered one of the most-destructive storms in the history of the United States, as it destroyed thousands of buildings and houses across Texas. Such was its intensity that the Government set aside $23 m (£17.6m) just for picking up debris spread by the storm.

In addition to all these, 7,288 casualties and 21 fatalities were caused by Hurricane Alicia in mid-1983. Some figures quote that the damage ended up costing the U.S. Government up to $1.65 bn (£1.2bn).

In this article, we will take a look at the impact of Hurricane Alicia, the rescue efforts mounted after the storm, and its magnitudes well as the areas the storm hit. We will also explore some lesser-known facts about Hurricane Alicia.