Gulf Coast Remembers Hurricanes Ivan and Sally
Gulf Coast Remembers Hurricanes Ivan and Sally
US · Published Sep 17, 2026
Today marks the anniversaries of two major hurricanes that struck the Gulf Coast on the same date in different years.
Hurricane Ivan made landfall 22 years ago as a Category 3 storm in Gulf Shores, Alabama, with wind speeds of 120 mph (193 km/h).

Impact & Risks

Hurricane Ivan caused significant destruction, including 15 fatalities and extensive damage across Alabama, Florida, and Mississippi. It remains one of the costliest hurricanes in U.S. history. Hurricane Sally, while less intense, caused severe flooding and storm surge, particularly in southern Baldwin County, Alabama, and the western Florida Panhandle. Both storms highlight the vulnerability of the Gulf Coast to hurricanes and the long-term impacts of such events on communities and infrastructure.

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