Dramatic Photos: A Century of Hurricanes
CAPE MAY, 1821: Often called the Cape May Hurricane, this Category 4 storm brought winds of 200 mph to New Jersey and was felt as far west as Philadelphia. The hurricane blasted New York passing directly over the city and raising tides so high the East and Hudson rivers actually converged. Click to see more historic East Coast hurricane scenes.
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Borough of Cape May Point
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Dramatic Photos: A Century of Hurricanes
Here's a look at some of the most powerful hurricanes and tropical storms ever to crash into the East Coast.
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